"Maintaining strong ties with India requires addressing Kashmir issue."

 "Maintaining strong ties with India requires addressing Kashmir issue."

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar emphasized the importance of resolving the Kashmir issue for normalizing relations with India during an exclusive interview on Geo News. He stressed the need for a peaceful solution based on UN resolutions, highlighting its global significance.

PM Kakar clarified Pakistan's stance, expressing a desire for peaceful relations with India, despite considering Kashmir a core issue. He acknowledged the historical complexities in their relationship.

The deterioration of relations escalated when India abolished Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir in 2019. Regarding the restoration of ties, Kakar insisted that the decision should come from India, portraying Pakistan as a responsible partner.

He condemned the May 9 violence as an attempted coup and civil war, emphasizing the importance of legal action against those who violated the law. Kakar discouraged any form of violence or revenge in governance.

Discussing his unexpected role as caretaker PM, Kakar addressed Pakistan's policy towards banned groups like the TTP, emphasizing the use of negotiation and force against terrorism.

Trade relations between India and Pakistan were considered a decision for Indian politicians. Kakar expressed disappointment in the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan, attributed in part to abandoned US military equipment.

He emphasized the need for a peaceful and prosperous Afghanistan. Kakar clarified his commitment to the constitutional timeframe and the Election Commission's authority in scheduling general elections, pledging compliance with Supreme Court decisions.

This summarizes the key points of the interview with PM Kakar, highlighting his insights on critical regional and domestic issues.