The delegation received a warm welcome at the British Parliament from UK MP Yasmin Qureshi. The delegation included prominent political and diplomatic figures, including Federal Minister Dr. Musadik Malik, Senator Sherry Rehman, Hina Rabbani Khar, Khurram Dastgir Khan, Senator Faisal Sabzwari, Senator Bushra Anjum Butt, and former foreign secretaries Jalil Abbas Jilani and Tehmina Janjua.
They later held a significant meeting with Hamish Faulkner, the UK’s Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
During the discussions, Bilawal provided a detailed briefing on the regional security climate following the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam attack and India’s subsequent military escalation. He firmly rejected India’s accusations against Pakistan, calling them unfounded and issued without investigation or credible evidence.
He condemned India’s unilateral actions — including attacks on civilians, the killing of Pakistani citizens, destruction of infrastructure, and the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty — warning that such steps could destabilize the entire region and threaten peace in a nuclear-armed environment.
“India s attempt to establish a ‘new normal’ through force, unilateralism, and impunity is deeply dangerous and must be challenged,” Bilawal cautioned.
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Call for Dialogue and Treaty Restoration
Urging the UK to play a constructive role in de-escalating tensions, Bilawal called for meaningful dialogue between India and Pakistan, especially on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute — which he described as essential to achieving lasting peace in the region.
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He also highlighted the critical importance of restoring the Indus Waters Treaty, arguing that India’s suspension of the agreement endangers the water security of over 240 million Pakistanis.
UK Voices Support for Diplomatic Solutions
In response, Hamish Faulkner commended Pakistan’s measured approach in the face of provocations and reaffirmed the UK’s support for peaceful, diplomatic resolution of disputes. He emphasized the UK s ongoing commitment to regional stability and dialogue.
The delegation also participated in a special session at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), where Bilawal reiterated Pakistan’s concerns over India’s aggressive posture. He underscored Pakistan’s right to self-defense under the UN Charter and emphasized its consistent preference for diplomacy over conflict.
“Despite repeated provocations, Pakistan remains committed to responsible international conduct. We believe in dialogue, not destruction,” Bilawal stated.
