London: A high-level parliamentary delegation from Pakistan, led by the Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party, met with the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Pakistan at Westminster Palace. The meeting was hosted by Yasmin Qureshi MP, Chair of the APPG on Pakistan, and attended by cross-party British parliamentarians.

The Pakistani delegation’s visit is part of an ongoing diplomatic effort to inform the international community about the security situation in the region, which has reportedly deteriorated due to Indian actions following the Pahalgam incident.

During the meeting, the Chairman of the Pakistan People’s Party rejected what he described as unfounded allegations from India, asserting that they were made without credible investigation or evidence. He briefed the parliamentarians on the repercussions of these actions, emphasizing the violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty.

The delegation highlighted potential consequences arising from the Indian attack on civilian areas and the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, which they argued violate international law and could threaten regional and global peace.

Musadik Malik, Pakistan’s Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, addressed concerns over environmental hazards and the threats to food security posed by the suspension of the treaty, which he said endangers the livelihood of Pakistan’s largely agrarian population of 240 million.

The delegation stressed that Pakistan’s response to the situation has been measured and in accordance with international law, including the right to self-defense as outlined in Article 51 of the UN Charter.

In closing, the delegation emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to restraint and the need for dialogue, urging for the revival of the Indus Water Treaty and a comprehensive dialogue with India on all outstanding issues, particularly the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.