India Skips Pakistan National Day Celebrations for the Second Consecutive Year
In a testament to the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, there was once again no representation from the Indian side at the Pakistan National Day celebrations held recently. This marks the second consecutive year that India has chosen to skip this significant event.
Pakistan’s Call for Peace
During the event, Pakistan’s charge d’affaires Saad Warraich expressed a desire for peaceful ties with India, suggesting that a new dawn could emerge through enhanced mutual understanding. He emphasized the importance of addressing mutual concerns and resolving longstanding issues, including the contentious topic of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K).
Invitation Status Unclear
While it remains unclear if Pakistan formally invited India to the celebrations, the customary practice is to have a chief guest from the host government. Last year, Pakistan extended invitations to several Indian government officials, but none attended.
India’s Stance on Terrorism
This year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s position, labeling Pakistan as the “epicenter of terrorism.” He pointed out that India’s repeated attempts to foster peace with Islamabad have been met with hostility, further complicating the diplomatic landscape.
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