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\u2022 FO rejects Pakistan-specific terrorism reference in US-India joint statement, calls attention to New Delhi\u2019s poor human rights record
\u2022 Cautions against sale of advanced weapons that could exacerbate military imbalance in S. Asia
\u2022 Ishaq Dar due to attend high-level UN summit in New York next week<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pakistan on Fri\u00adday strongly\u00a0cautioned<\/a>\u00a0the United States against exacerbating military imbalances in South Asia by supplying advanced military technologies to India, after President Donald Trump cosied up to Narendra Modi, offering to sell state-of-the-art fighter jets to New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firmly rejecting its mention in the US-India joint statement in the context of terrorism, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan called the reference \u201cone-sided\u201d and \u201cmisleading\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The statement, issued during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u2019s visit to Washington on Feb 13, urged Pakistan to \u201cexpeditiously bring to justice\u201d those responsible for the 2008 Mumbai attacks<\/a> and the Pathankot incident, further demanding that Pakistani territory not be used for cross-border terrorism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at the weekly media briefing on Friday, Mr Khan expressed Pakistan\u2019s disapproval of the joint statement, saying: \u201cWe are surprised the reference has been added to the joint statement notwithstanding Pakistan\u2019s counter-terrorism cooperation with the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPakistan also remains committed to continue with counter-terrorism efforts, address the issue of terrorism, including acts of terrorism perpetrated by foreign elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe consider the Pakistan-specific reference in the Indo-US joint statement of Feb 13, 2025, as one-sided, misleading, and contrary to diplomatic norms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Responding to the focus on terrorism incidents, the spokesperson criticised the statement for overlooking India\u2019s human rights violations and its involvement in targeting dissidents abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He remarked, \u201cSuch references cannot cover up India\u2019s sponsorship of terrorism, subversion, and extrajudicial assassinations in the region and beyond, nor can they shift international attention from the stark reality of India being a safe haven for the perpetrators of hate crimes against Muslims and other minorities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Khan reaffirmed Islamabad\u2019s dedication to countering terrorism, emphasising, \u201cPakistan would continue to contribute constructively to the regional and global efforts to promote peace and stability in the region. It remains committed to bringing the fight against terrorism to its logical conclusion by eliminating the scourge from its soil.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

F-35s sale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pakistan also reacted sharply to President Trump\u2019s offer to sell state-of-the-art fighter jets to India, expressing serious concerns over the potential transfer of advanced military technology. During a joint press appearance with Modi, Trump announced his administration\u2019s willingness to sell F-35 stealth fighters, one of the most advanced military aircraft globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If finalised, the deal would make India part of an exclusive group of countries, including Nato allies, Israel, and Japan, authorised to purchase the F-35s, which is known for its stealth capabilities and supersonic speed. Currently, India operates an aging fleet of Russian fighters along with a limited number of French Rafale aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warning against the consequences of such arms transfers, the FO spokesman cautioned, \u201cSuch steps accentuate military imbalances in the region and undermine strategic stability. They remain unhelpful in achieving the objective of a durable peace in South Asia.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He urged \u201cinternational partners\u201d to adopt \u201ca holistic and objective view of the issues of peace and security in South Asia\u201d and avoid taking \u201cone-sided positions divorced from ground realities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the briefing, the spokesperson also announced that Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar would visit New York next week to participate in a high-level United Nations Security Council meeting. He is also expected to engage in bilateral discussions with his counterparts from other nations and senior UN officials, including Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When asked about a possible meeting with officials from the Trump administration, Mr Khan stated that details would be shared once all meetings were confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reference Link:- https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1892011<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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