Washington: Head of Pakistan’s Diplomatic Mission, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, held a high-level meeting with members of the U.S. Congressional Pakistan Caucus in Washington.
He was accompanied by a senior parliamentary delegation comprising elected representatives from various political parties in Pakistan.
The delegation met with Republican leaders Jack Bergman and Ryan Zinke, as well as Democratic leaders Tom Suozzi and Ilhan Omar, among others.
The meeting addressed critical issues including regional peace and stability in South Asia, Pakistan-India relations, and pressing water disputes.
Raising strong concerns before the Congressional leaders, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari highlighted India’s recent water aggression, stating that “India has weaponized water, endangering the future of not only Pakistan but the entire region.”
He condemned the Modi government’s repeated provocations and its habit of launching attacks without evidence, calling it a manifestation of war hysteria.
He praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in helping to de-escalate past tensions between Pakistan and India, noting that “Pakistan remains committed to peace, but sadly, India consistently resists dialogue.”
Bilawal stressed that if Indian hostility is not curbed in time, it could seriously jeopardize regional peace.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire for constructive engagement based on mutual respect and peaceful resolution of disputes.
The members of Congress welcomed the delegation, listened carefully to Pakistan’s concerns, and expressed willingness to strengthen bilateral engagement and regional stability.
Embassy of Pakistan in Washington D.C hosted a reception in the honour of the Pakistani delegation. Addressing at the occasion, head of Pakistan delegation, Bilawal said that sustainable peace in South Asia depends on comprehensive dialogue.
Commenting on the recent Pakistan-India tensions, he said Pakistan acted in a responsible manner.
He praised the valiance of Pakistan’s armed forces in defending the country against aggression and appreciated the efforts of Pakistani diplomatic missions in effectively presenting Pakistan’s position on the global stage.
He highlighted the importance of the Pakistani community in the United States as a bridge between the two nations.
He urged community members to actively contribute to the shared goal of peace and prosperity.
Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Musadik Malik, stressed the dangers of India’s regional ambitions, stating that India’s narrative is based not on evidence but on suspicion.
He said that Indian military aggression targeted civilians, including children but Pakistan demonstrated steadfastness and achieved success on all fronts.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said our resolve reflects the power of unity and dialogue. Together, we will continue to project Pakistan’s narrative on the global stage.
Participants, including community leaders and prominent individuals from various professions, expressed their unwavering support for Pakistani government and armed forces. They reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Pakistan’s interests.
