India's Resolute Position on PoK

LUCKNOW, India - March 6, 2025 - PRLog -- India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently spoke clearly on the Kashmir question during his recent London visit. He made it a point to underscore that the Kashmir dispute is completely solvable with Pakistan's withdrawal from the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), which he called the "stolen" portion of Kashmir.

Developments in Jammu and Kashmir After Article 370 Abolition

Since the abolition of Article 370, which accorded special autonomy to Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government has taken a number of steps to bring the region closer to the rest of the nation:

Developmental Initiatives: The government has initiated a series of infrastructure developments for the purpose of accelerating economic growth and enhancing connectivity within the region.

Social Justice Initiatives: Attempts have been made to provide different social welfare schemes to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, as long as they get benefits equal to other Indian citizens.

The PoK Factor in Kashmir Solution

In spite of these developments, Jaishankar reiterated that the Kashmir problem would be completely solved only when Pakistan-occupied Kashmir is handed back to India. He said, "We are waiting for the return of that part of Kashmir, which Pakistan has kept illegally."

India-China Relations: The Significance of Border Stability

Distinct Dynamics: He said that both nations, both of which have more than a billion people, have a complicated history and are charting their course as aspiring global powers.

Border Peace: Jaishankar stressed that peaceful and stable conditions along the border are important in order to help develop a stable bilateral relationship. He stated, "If the border areas are unstable, it will surely affect our relations."

Strengthening India-UK Relations

During his London trip, Jaishankar had a meeting with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy to confer on the strength of India-UK relations. Their conversation covered:

Trade Agreements: Looking into options to enhance bilateral trade and investment.

Strategic Cooperation: Defense, security, and counter-terror cooperation on key issues.

Regional Issues: Discussion on geopolitical events in regions such as Ukraine, Bangladesh, and the Middle East.

Global Implications of India's Stance

India's hardline approach towards PoK has a number of international implications:

Diplomatic Relations: India's unequivocal statement of its territorial claims can impact its diplomatic interactions with nations engaged in South Asian affairs.

Counter-Terrorism Efforts: Reasserting claims over PoK emphasizes issues regarding cross-border terrorism emanating from that area, leading to demands for international cooperation .

Regional Stability: A settled Kashmir issue, as India envisions, can result in increased stability and economic growth in South Asia.

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