No lasting peace in South Asia unless Kashmir issue resolved: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad

Celina Ali

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Asim Iftikhar this week stressed on resolution of core issue of Jammu and Kashmir for lasting peace in South Asia.

In an interview, he said there could be no lasting peace in South Asia unless the core issue of Jammu & Kashmir is resolved in line with the UN Security Council resolutions and aspirations of Kashmiri people.

He also appreciated the role of US President Donald in a ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India.

He added that Pakistan is committed to a permanent ceasefire with India, though the situation remains delicate and uncertain so far.

He said that the Kashmir issue between the neighbouring countries is a significant and unresolved matter and that it should be resolved in accordance with the wishes of the Kashmiri people.