Spokesman’s response regarding cancellation of India-Pakistan Hockey Tournament and delays in implementation of the Visa Agreement
(2013-03-15)
In response to a query regarding media reports about cancellation of India-Pakistan Hockey Tournament and delays in implementation of the Visa Agreement, the Spokesman said that sports, cultural events and people-to-people contacts build trust and confidence between the two countries.
Pakistan believes that in the larger interest of maintaining peace between Pakistan and India, sustained and uninterrupted implementation of confidence building process including sports events is required.
The Spokesman further stated that the Government of Pakistan remains fully committed to the peace process and composite dialogue between Pakistan and India, including enhanced people-to-people contacts and friendly exchanges.
Islamabad
15 March 2013