Pakistan Concerned at Continuing Ceasefire Violations

(2013-08-12)

Pakistan has expressed its serious concern over the continuous ceasefire violations by Indian border security force (BSF) across the LoC over the past couple of days. The Foreign Office summoned the Indian Deputy High Commissioner this afternoon to raise this concern which has resulted in the loss of an innocent civilian life in Rawalakot.

Pakistan calls upon India to uphold the ceasefire over the LoC and reiterates its commitment to the Ceasefire Agreement of 2003, which should be respected in letter and spirit. Pakistan also urges the need for abiding by and strengthening existing military mechanisms to ensure that such violations do not recur.

Pakistan is committed to a constructive, sustained and result-oriented process of engagement with India and believes that serious efforts need to be made in maintaining a positive atmosphere and avoid negative propaganda.

Islamabad
August 12, 2013

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