ISLAMABAD: Jordan’s King Abdullah-II on Friday telephoned Prime Minister Imran Khan and conveyed his concern over the escalating situation between Pakistan and India.
The Jordanian ruler also congratulated Imran on his statesman-like approach towards handling of this difficult situation. He also offered Jordan’s mediation to help de-escalate the crisis.
Prime Minister Imran briefed King Abdullah-II about his initiatives to maintain peace between Pakistan and India for the sake of the people of the two countries and the region. He reiterated that the core issue between the two countries remained Kashmir that needs to be resolved as per the UN resolutions.
The prime minister stated that his government’s agenda was to promote peace and prosperity for the people of Pakistan through poverty alleviation and social welfare programs. However, the war hysteria unleashed in India was threatening peace of the region.
Prime Minister Imran thanked King Abdullah-II for his offer of mediation.
