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A statement said Indian leadership is not happy to see Pakistan prosper as India finds it's neighbour's progress and development “unacceptable”. -AP/File
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Tuesday said India’s reaction to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project was clear proof that the Indian leadership was not happy to see Pakistan prosper.
An official statement issued from the ministry said New Delhi's reaction had exposed India's real face before the world as it finds its neighbour's progress and development “unacceptable”.
Coupled with a recent statement from the defence minister of India ─ who blatantly and unashamedly accepted responsibility for terrorism in Pakistan ─ the latest statement of intent by the Indian prime minister clearly showed India’s intentions not only to destabilise and hegemonise Pakistan, but to also use any means at its disposal to keep Pakistan backward and underdeveloped, said Nisar.
The interior minister said that the people of Pakistan, and its entire political and military leadership, are united to fight and defeat all themes of terrorism from wherever they may generate.
He said the country is united to carry forward the CPEC to its logical conclusion irrespective of all scheming and conspiring on part of its enemies.
Instead of raising unnecessary and uncalled for objections to this vital project, the Indian leadership should focus on ameliorating the plight of their own people and extricating them from generational traps of abject poverty, hunger, disease and socio-economic backwardness, Nisar concluded.
India's protest against human rights violations ironic: Aziz
The adviser to prime minister on foreign affairs and national security, Sartaj Aziz, said that India's request to Pakistan to create an environment free of violence is "ironic".
The adviser reacted to Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, calling India's request ironic in light of India's repeated violations of ceasefires at the Line of Control and the Working Boundary, human rights violations against Kashmiris in Indian-Occupied Kashmir, and subversive activities in Pakistan.
He dismissed the Indian concern over the slow pace of the Mumbai attack trials in Pakistan, saying that the cases were proceeding in court.
"Indian concern over slow progress calls into question their own reluctance to cooperate by not allowing the Judicial Commission’s visit to India until September 2013," said the adviser.
He said that Pakistan also had concerns regarding information related to the trial of the Indian military’s active service officers named by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) member ─ and mastermind of the Samjhota terrorist incident ─ Swami Aseemanand had not been shared.
Aziz recalled that Samjhota happened two years prior to the Mumbai attacks but the victims’ families were still awaiting justice.
Referring to the 'principle' of creating an atmosphere of harmony that is free of terror and violence, the minister said that peace is a multi-dimensional process.
The adviser referred to the recent articulation of Indian policy by Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, which confirmed Pakistan’s apprehensions regarding Indian involvement in terrorism in Pakistan.
He said Pakistan is most affected by terrorism and had sacrificed thousands of lives in its counter-terrorism efforts. He said terrorism is a common challenge, and fighting this menace required collective efforts.
Speaking about a Pak-India dialogue, Sartaj Aziz said Pakistan has conveyed to India that it remains committed to dialogue, provided India is ready.
China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
The adviser expressed surprise over the Indian EAM's remarks that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was "not acceptable".
"The mega project is all about regional connectivity and economic development and prosperity of the common people of the entire region. There is dichotomy in the Indian statements on their pronouncements on the importance of the regional connectivity for development and their negative comments about CPEC", Aziz said.
He said Pakistan maintains a policy of non-interference in other countries’ bilateral relations, and expects others to refrain from commenting on Pakistan’s bilateral relations with other countries as well.
Read more: Pakistan's acquisition of nuclear power smashed India's dreams: Sartaj Aziz
Kashmiri right to self-determination
He also spoke of the right of Kashmiris to self-determination, saying, "Pakistan believes in a sustained, comprehensive, and result-oriented dialogue.
"Pakistan also believes that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are important stakeholders in the final resolution of the Kashmir dispute since they have yet to exercise their right to self-determination as enshrined in numerous UN Resolutions," he said.
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It can't be articulated any better than it has been by Sartaj Aziz on what is the position of Pakistan as a nation. Bravo!
Both countries should go for diplomatic solutions and resolve Kashmir issue without further delay.In today's world of globalization,both countries cannot afford to go for any major war.As far as human rights are concerned, it can be said that both countries do not have any good reputation as believed by the human rights watchdogs.
Although, i don't like Nawaz Sharif governance but his firm stance against India must be appreciated. Keep it up a policy of tit-for-tat. Nothing less.
thumbs up. Sartaj Aziz! Way to go!
CPEC unacceptable to India? It must be a joke. There are so many other things which are not acceptable to India happening in the Pakistan and world at large. So India take a chill pill.
Well Said Sir. This bully attitude of India should be responded tit for tat !!!
Pakistan has reiterated its fair stance of countering terrorism with full-fledged military operation and we are observing far-reaching and favourable results out of it. India must bear in mind that propagating the same non-existent issues shall not divert the focus of International Community to support and strive for the Kashmiries basic human right to self-determination. We stand loud and clear that we shall not tolerate any form of terrorism within Pakistan.
as a Pakistani Mr.Aziz reply was merely a tit for tat comments but realistically speaking we have a far more problem than India and specially Sind.Govt. has failed in term of Karachi situation.
Pakistan should demand the trial of murderers of Samjuta Express and of man responsible for the Gujarat Riots, which were carried out on the orders of Mr. Modi, at that time the Chief Minister of Gujarat and presently the Prime Minister of India.
When will we stop being India centric nation and start worrying about our own country , i think all actions by the govt is to counter India rather than bringing benefit to our own people , we are suffering and our govt is worried about kashmiris , first let us work towards making Pakistanis become peaceful and prosperous then we will worry about kashmir.
Finally, PMLN responding in the right way.
Good response by Aziz. But on the ground the boundaries are not going to change.
At last Pakistan is following a pro-active foreign policy. This india appeasement period got us no-where, india took it as sign of weakness to create more problems. Only language india understands is forceful language. Pakistan is not a small weak nation, so stop acting as such.
Absolutely correct and moreover India has number of insurgencies within their country that they are dealing with very violently and inhumainly. they have no right
Great to see Pakistan leaders responding to India's propaganda. Going forward, Pakistan should be much more proactive and on the giving end rather than receiving.
@Khurram Yes only good in articulation and nothing else , what has govt done to eliminate poverty,violence and other ills plaguing Pakistan.
@suchbolo sure but it is none of Indian concern
Under Modi India is driving in reverse direction, it needs to get a more sensible approach in respect of International relations
Too much time is wasted by responding to India and funds and energy is wasted on kashmir without much benefits , instead a separate India and kashmir ministry should be setup and let it work and respond to all the India's actions and kashmir , while the govt which is elected by common people to help local pakistanis should work towards that and stop wasting anymore time on India or kashmir.
india wants permanent seat in UN, Pakistan should play its cards now!!
Soon our Indian fellows will jump in favour of their Prime Minister or Foreign Minister statement without thinking or understanding ground realities.
As a strong critic of PML-N I must accept one thing they showed soft stance to Modi gave him presents and other things. But if India dont want to soften so why should we. If they dont want to grow up we cant do anything. A good response
Great going Mr. Sartaj Aziz. Please expose India's nefarious activities without hesitation. The whole world needs to know the truth.
I am glad to hear assertiveness of pakistan. way to go.
That's the way to go !!!! Which Human Rights does India refer to??? In India has more rape and murder than NY or Jnb. India is the biggest democracy BUT more than half of their population living less than a meal/ Day.
Excellent comments! I was glad to see the response to the Indian Minister. Peace is a dream that Pakistan has been seeing for decades through dialogue, through cricket, through back-channel diplomacy and through unilateral moves but response has not be reciprocated by the other side. We should continue to strive but not at the stake of our national pride. We may be poor than Indians but we have big hearts and proud people.
This is India's ploy to divert our attention from development and instead concentrate on India and Kashmir and we have fallen for their tactics.
Good work....India should be given tit for tat reply
Finally!!!
It's a good sign that Pakistan in it's response to India has started using "subversive activities in Pakistan". Let the world know what India is doing and not take it as the false "incredible" India their media projects.
@Mrs.Khan that was a reply to yesterday's provoking statements from cabinet minister of Bharat. don't be too exaggerated
issues between pakistan and india can never be solved during anybodies lifetime of those who live in india and pakistan now.
Just talk to the Kashmiris about india and human rights. 92,000 Kashmiris massacred by indian occupation forces since 1989 alone. Ask the bodos, the dalits ("untouchables") or the bengali migrants and they'll shower nothing but colorful words to describe india and human rights. Good work Foreign Office for calling their bluff and putting them in their place.
@fida USA all those involved in sanjota express and Gujarat riots are behind bars ...
It is for the first time, India has spoken for the people of Pakistani Kashmir and their rights. Before this, India wanted status quo settlement of Kashmir issue (converting LoC to international boundary) and Pakistan demanded plebiscite. Now, by claiming Pakistani Kashmir, India took the game to new levels. India must have got something up in its sleeve to start this new game.
@Zak Very practical solution. Kashmir problem has been utilized on both sides for local political benefits and utilized sentiments of people regarding Kashmir. It is time to concentrate towards problems of education, good and jobs of people on both sides.
Well said Mr Aziz. Shame shame india.
Way to go! Superb...
@Mrs. Khan, watch what you say. I am Kashmiri and since I start going to school 30 years ago, we stared and ended our school day by stating "Kashmir bana ga Pakistan". We give best part of our land to Pakistani Military, cause to us it never occurred we any different, our identity is Pakistan
@Zak the kashmir occupation by India should be the first agenda at all international forums. All Kashmiris are Pakistani's, they wave pakistani flags daily. So we should raise their voice. Other than kashmir, there is no matter to deal with India. They on their way and we on ours. Never shall the twain meet.
@Mrs.Khan
very well said madam. hope others have similar views.
@Muhammad Lodhi Please also add training and sneaking terrorists in India to your list
@Vijaykumar In comparison to India, the terrorist are roaming free in Pakistan
@magesh When two neighbors can not get along, they put a boundary and cease any interaction. This what is needed now between Pakistan and India.
Where was Osama bin laden found?.
@fida usa who are you to demand for Gujrat trial its India internal matter as you minister utter not interfere in others countries internal matter .stay in your limits
Baluchistan and FATA are good examples of human rights violations. You can't hide that.
By reading the comments of Pakistanis some times I feel how naive you people are.grow up.lol
Solution is very simple. Pakistan concentrate on its own country and not Kashmir which is Indian territory. Everything will be sorted.
@Khurram; How? Do you guys understand meaning of Human Rights? No civilized country will use Air force against their own people? If you have problems of rat you do not burn house to get rid of them. This is what Pakistani army is doing in Vaziristan and Pakhtonistan and Baluchistan. Did any Indian complaint about it? Of course NO! That is your internal mater.
@fida USA Why are you concerned about the Gujrat riots? That is an internal matter. If you have issues with Indian activities against Pakistan let us know.
@Vijaykumar Lies. The Pakistani victims of the Samjhota Express blast as well as the Muslims of Gujrat and those killed at Babri Masjid still await any semblance of justice; justice we know the indians will never provide. Neither new nor out of character of india - one big communal mess.
Reaction of govt is commendable. Well done!
Wow! Pakistan seems to be obsessed with India.
Guys! Seriously get a life. Focus on your own problems and make yourself a confident nation.
Such insecurity doesn't suit a "nuclear power"!
I am Kashmiri and demand referendum in Kashmir! India and Pakistan must both agree in the name of democracy. I appreciate Pakistan's stance on Kashmirs rights.
Mumbai and Indian Parliament attacks were very well rehearsed dramas. Just like the stories relating "Biryani'. Indian Parliament records have enough evidence.
There should be no cooperation with India till resolution of the Kashmir Issue in accordance with the wishes of the Kashmiri people.
@Mr. Khan is it
@Karachi Wally International? like?
Spoke truth here
"The mega project is all about regional connectivity and economic development and prosperity of the common people of the entire region" So what?we don't want the prosperity from any Pak Chinese project.And we won't let two enemy nations to grow and prosper-simple.
Pakistan is prospering?!
@Mrs.Khan Pakistan is simply reacting to indian defense minister and its foreign office. I think every country has the right to at least respond back. What do you think?
Yeah let's see Pakistan prosper before accusing nations of being jealous
And so the INDIA obsession continues
Pakistan must show courage and hold a UN sponsored plebiscite in AJK and Northern areas. This will silence the Indians, revive the UN resolutions and give Pakistani position on Kashmir some legitimacy. If UN is unwilling to hold a partial plebiscite then Pakistan should go ahead and hold it under International supervision. Let the Kashmiris decide if they want to be independent, join Pakistan or India.
@Patriot But where are the cards bro.
I am enjoying it....
This is the only way to deal withModi. Pakistan will not make any real progress regarding Kashmir or any other big issues while Modi is at the helm. The current stand by Pakistan is excellent for the time being!
"Sartaj Aziz, said that India's request to Pakistan to create an environment free of violence is "ironic"." It was no request!
As a loyal PTI supporter I am proud to say that PMLN is really enhancing its foreign policy and growing some spine. Thank you Mr. Nizar the views of the govt on this matter reflect the views of most if not all Pakistanis. As for the initiative with China it will go ahead and there's nothing India can do about it.
Irrespect of claims and counter claims on either side, it would be good for India if Pakistan prospers simply because prosperity means more sensible people in the nation and less threat to India from your terror factories !!. But you know what ? India does not care about Pakistan anymore. The process of isolation has begun. India about to have pact with SAARC countries minus Pakistan. Process has begun for military co development with Russia, US, Israel so on. Further, already has 4 permanent members supporting for UNSC and its just about time table start turning. Pakistan's bargain strength will only get weaker !! Pakistan is free to harp on Kashmir but it is the issue which is keeping Pakistan away from major economic integration in the backyard. In India does know wastefulness of engaging Pak as long as Pak military not on board. Of late there is more pragmatic approach from our political establishment that we must not left behind because some one doesnt like to move forward !!
@Patriot Pakistan support is essential for any thing to happen in the United nations.
@Sheraz They should learn from Pakistanis to act sensibly.
@lafanga what is India doing...any iota of proof ever?
@Hamaad I thought this article is about Nisars statement.
What difference does it make who owns Kashmir? Stop wasting money on that and educate the children well and provide good jobs and food to the poor. Kashmir will survive.
@Mr. Khan bless you and bless all Kashmir we are one and the same
@Another Indian we are much better off now than under previous government and yes despite challenges Pakistan is indeed prosper in but much work lies ahead in terms of good governance and anti corruption initiatives. At least we aren't in denial about our issues, unlike Indians who claim to be a super power but lack the infrastructure or empowerment to be or even act like one.
Pakistan's analysis of geopolitical situations remains unidimensional and incredibly naive. The concern India would have with CPEC is the potential strategic advantage for China, and has nothing whatsoever to do with Pakistan's understandable aspirations for economic upliftment.
@Zak You are NOT the original Zak
Our nation, political and military leadership are on same page as far as terrorism is concerned. I never saw our nation that much united on any issue in the history. We have achieved this unity after sacrificing more than 60000 precious lives. I'm happy that these sacrifices didn't go in vain. We emerged as stronger nation than ever. And we are united on CPEC as well. Who ever try to derail it will have to face consequences. So India! Stay away.
Give him credit. This man is a very deep thinker.
It is very disappointing/sad to see anti-india sentiment being spread by pakistani political/radical elements....This anti-india rheotoric will only make these vested interests prosper, not average pakistanis...india-pakistan are one demography..only divided by vested interests...india has the highest muslim population after indonesia in the world..more than pakistan...earlier these things are realised in pakistan, better for it's people to prosper..if pak continues to support these people, it will continue to live in uncertainty
Pakistan zindabaad
These allegations are false, nothing can be farther from truth. India would like for Pakistan to become a really prosperous nation. This will not help Pakistan but also help India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Maldives, Afghanistan, Nepal, and Bhutan i.e all the nations of the South Asian region. Once Pakistan becomes a prosperous nation, it can pull the rest of the region up.
Can someone name the Indian Govt that was interested in the development of Pakistan?
@Mir Sohail Bangulzai ,,,,, or all able bodied men on the Pakistanis side of Kashmir can join the Pak Army and fight terrorism throughout Pakistan. When they go home from the army they will have lots and lots of military experience.
No kidding. I see this problem since 1947 so what is the news mr. Nisar.
i dont think India will stop its activties. We should see what is best suited for us and we need to do our progress without outsiders help.
Is Pakistan prospering?
I am an Indian and I am ashamed of Narendra Modi and his useless governement which favors the rich and ignores the poor. On one hand Pakistan has also played double games and encouraged terror in India. But both nations must rise above petty politics and take Indo Pak into the 21st century as world leaders. We are one people no matter what. But Modi is a loser and soon he will take India to the gutters.
I give loads of credit to NS govt for tit tat response. Keep up the pace . Infact it's the right time to expose Indian designs to the international community. PPP has destroyed pakistan in 5 years .
They seems not our regular leaders. Why they talking national interest so blatantly. Feeling like dream but hoping, they would keep their spirit high for Pakistan in future as well.
@Saqib ...... You may well be correct, but between Indians and Pakistanis, Israelis and Palestinians nothing will ever change.
@raja farhat abbas ...... They do not need to do anything at all. They must be shown the door by people who are tired of living on their knees.
As an Indian, I am sad to see recent statements from Pak officials. Many statements from India are being taken in wrong context or being interpreted wrongly.
In any case, I wish Pakistan a speedy economic recovery and stable and prosperous future.
My feelings are those of most of my fellow Indians...
The Sharif Govt is focusing on economic growth just like Modi. India must support any initiative that a)enhances growth and b) improves the lives of the people. The CPEC project will do both and help trade for the whole region. Modi should support this
Why should they be? They are our arch-rivals!
@Mrs.Khan let me make you clear that we are begging for your moral ör diplomatic support . I wish pakistan will develop and prosper but bear in mind Kashmir is also problem of pakistan who was first to invade kashmir in 1948. But we know the way out dont needs sympathies ,Pakistan is still our concern because we are having better life in Kashmir
My dear Pakastani friends, I would be very happy to see your country prosper. But what China is doing is just rent-a-country. That's no way to prosper. You need to first fix the problem of law and order at least to an extent that FI can come into your country.
@Vijaykumar But our friends on both sides of the border are about this and both are using their peoples to stay in power. That is endless game politicians play all over the world. As a general public we are just trying to score over each other. Good luck
@TARIQ It does to Kashmiris. India and Pakistan must stop treating Kashmir as booty.
Nisar sahab well done.feel very proud of his blunt answers to our neighbour. Salute to u
@Mrs.Khan Perfect statement. Educated one.
@Amir Mahmood good one...
Modi's hostilities of CPEC are for local political consumption. Modi himself knows, it very well, that Neither Pakistan is Nepal , nor Bhuttan.
Why can't India and Pakistan both prosper? We have more things that should really unite us then divide us! We share the same values - same culture. In countries outside of the Sub-Continent, Indians and Pakistanis live in harmony. We become best friends, we shop at each others stores, we help each other out and at no time, do we even think of our countries fighting with each other. The people of Pakistan and India are one - it is our governments that want to divide us and I sincerely hope, that common sense prevails and we do take pride in each others prosperity!
@Rohini Bose - That would be the case and I hope you are right but Zee News is quoting something opposite.
Is Nawaz sharif sincere in solving even one problem? Take load shedding, if he was sincere he will make someone minister on merit and not Abid Sher Ali who has no background, just made minister because he is nephew of Kulsoom Nawaz sharif
As a nation we need to be united and be ready for worse. India will try its best to break us by using one of our own. Let's stay focused and keep our heads high. I think time has arrived when our destiny will change by grace of God. Good days are near. Inshaallah!
Sad that leaders of neighboring country can control the prosperity of Pakistan. You have to run your own race and grow. Finding escape route by blaming others will not help
But why.
Good reply
@Mrs.Khan -- Very well said!
CPEC project is a moment of truth for Pakistan. If carried out correctly where all benefit from it instead of the rich getting richer then it will make Pakistan otherwise it will break the country. Don't worry about India just focus on implementation of the project. $46b is just the beginning...once the project is completed, Pakistan will be getting three times more to preserve.
Recently I read a book " handbook Barai Amlai Taleem" There is immense understanding in the intellectuals in Pakistan Politicians would be politicians Military would be military There should always be social and cultural progressive thought process and interaction. Once it fails nothing can prevent social disorder and meaningless arguments that only helps the politicians achieve their targets
With this attitude do not expect a cricket series in December.
Ha Ha Ha.... Pressure on PML-N to deliver. As usual Blaming others to hide their failures. There is no problem in Blaming, but please do the work as well. The problem with the politicians is, they are only worried about up lift of them self. Citizens are just machines to keep them in power.
@Sheraz : How will that be different from your own lack of understanding of actual issues --but you are posting!
@independentthinker : no, they are NOT "one"! Pakistan separated from India in 1947! Pakistan and India and sovereign nations.
Pakistan, but to also use any means at its disposal to keep Pakistan backward and underdeveloped, said Nisar. does not take much effort to do that ---- does it ?
Imagine the cost of our senseless enmity! If not for the friction on well defined issues that can be settled without going into wars, we would have been much ahead of China. Every single person of the sub-continent is paying the price of our hate through his nose. This should stop now and let us join together to work for the developing prosperity of our people of the sub-continent, who are already much more in population than China.