Islamabad, July 19, (TNS): Pakistan’s argument in the case pertaining to Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav is “very strong”, Foreign Office (FO) Spokesperson Dr Mohammad Faisal claimed during a weekly press briefing on Thursday.
When asked about Kulbhushan Yadav case, the spokesperson said Pakistan has submitted its rejoinder with the International Court of Justice in response to the Indian statement. He said the rejoinder carries details as to what Yadav was doing in Pakistan. The spokesperson said Pakistan’s case is very strong as Kulbushan Yadav was arrested on the country’s soil and the Indian side has failed to respond to the queries of Pakistan. Pakistan has urged India to act as a responsible state and refrain from interference in the internal matters of the country.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Dr Muhammad Faisal was responding to the queries of media persons in Islamabad today (Thursday) about Free Balochistan office recently inaugurated in New Delhi. He said the opening of such an office is a reflection of India’s nefarious designs against Pakistan. The spokesperson said Indian interference in Pakistan is an established fact. He pointed out that Indian statements threatening the territorial integrity of Pakistan are on record indicating their hegemonic designs. He said the case of Kulbushan Yadav exposes the Indian terrorism and espionage against Pakistan. He said the Indian actions are against international laws and threaten regional peace and tranquility.
Responding to a question about the test firing of supersonic Brahamos missile by India, the spokesperson said Pakistan has reiterated the need for restraint and avoidance of an arms race in the South Asian region. He said that the buildup of conventional and unconventional weapons by India is undermining strategic stability. He, however, said Pakistan is fully prepared and ready to protect its border against any threat. The spokesperson expressed deep concerns over reported theft of uranium in India. He said we expect the international community to be alive to the situation and not sidestep nuclear security concerns for political consideration or commercial interests.
