WASHINGTON: The State Department reaffirmed on Thursday that it is in favor of direct discussions between Pakistan and India; but, the two neighbors, not the US, should decide the parameters of any talks.
In answer to a question about recent discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the latter’s win of a third term as prime minister, State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller made this statement.
“We cherish our significant partnerships with Pakistan and India. As we’ve stated, we’re in favor of direct talks between Pakistan and India, but those two nations, not us, should choose the tone, scope, and speed of those talks,” Miller said.
WASHINGTON: The State Department reaffirmed on Thursday that it is in favor of direct discussions between Pakistan and India; but, the two neighbors, not the US, should decide the parameters of any talks.
In answer to a question about recent discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding the latter’s win of a third term as prime minister, State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller made this statement.
“We cherish our significant partnerships with Pakistan and India. As we’ve stated, we’re in favor of direct talks between Pakistan and India, but those two nations, not us, should choose the tone, scope, and speed of those talks,” Miller said.
