“Strong opposition from member states” hampered India’s diplomatic efforts to have Pakistan re-listed on the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) grey list, according to sources on Saturday.
The Indian delegation made a “concerted push” to put Pakistan back on the grey list, according to diplomatic sources who spoke to News, citing issues with finance laws and counterterrorism financing.
China, however, adopted a strong stance in support of Pakistan, pleading for further aid and recognizing the nation’s advancements in meeting FATF rules.
India’s attempt was further undermined when Turkiye and Japan offered Pakistan their complete support.
A recent stalemate over the deaths of 26 tourists in Pahalgam caused a sharp decline in relations between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
