At a weekly briefing, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said Pakistan’s Indus Water Commissioner has sent questions to India and is waiting for official replies. The move underlines Pakistan’s insistence on compliance with Indus Water treaty.

Andrabi also highlighted ongoing issues in Jammu and Kashmir, noting that India’s actions there have been criticized by the United Nations. He stressed that Pakistan will continue raising concerns at international forums.

The spokesperson confirmed that nuclear lists and prisoner lists have been exchanged between Pakistan and India, showing ongoing communication between the two sides.

A list of 257 Indian prisoners was handed over to India, reflecting continued bilateral processes.

Andrabi expressed confidence in recent mediation statements by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, pointing to China’s role in supporting dialogue between Pakistan and India, regarding Indus Water treaty.

He added that Pakistan rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland and continues to support Somalia’s sovereignty.

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Strategic talks between Pakistan and China are also scheduled in Beijing from January 4, with Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar representing Pakistan.

The Foreign Office reported that 291 Pakistanis, including 15 students, have safely returned from Afghanistan after border issues.