ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, has affirmed the country’s unwavering commitment to the Indus Waters Treaty, emphasizing its critical importance to the nation. Addressing a seminar in Islamabad, Tarar declared the Indus River as Pakistan’s lifeline, asserting the nation’s inalienable right to its waters.

According to Radio Pakistan, Tarar highlighted the collective responsibility of safeguarding these waters as a symbol of peace and prosperity. He criticized India’s attempts to unilaterally suspend the treaty, which he said have led to international embarrassment for India. Tarar emphasized that any amendments to the treaty require mutual consensus, underscoring the importance of maintaining regional stability and adherence to international law.

Musadik Malik, Minister for Climate Change, underscored the economic and agricultural importance of the Indus River, calling for international consequences against water flow manipulation. Roxolana Zigon from Moscow’s University of World Civilization accused India of weaponizing water through infrastructure projects, threatening Pakistan’s food security.

Pakistan’s Commissioner for Indus Waters, Syed Mehar Ali Shah, reiterated the treaty’s significance to national security, highlighting Pakistan’s strategic thresholds for water diversion attempts. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, PPP Chairman, warned against treating water issues as engineering challenges, emphasizing Pakistan’s stance on defending its water rights.

The seminar underscored Pakistan’s resolve to protect its water resources through diplomatic and international channels, with officials briefing global forums on the matter. The discussions reflect Pakistan’s broader strategy to engage peacefully while firmly defending its interests.