Pakistan and India Exchange Lists of Nuclear Installations and Prisoners
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and India on Thursday exchanged lists of their nuclear installations under a long-standing bilateral agreement that bans attacks on each other’s nuclear facilities, the Foreign Office confirmed.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi shared the details during a weekly media briefing in Islamabad. He said the exchange took place under the Agreement on the Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities, which both countries signed on December 31, 1988.
Nuclear Facilities Lists Exchanged
According to the spokesperson, Pakistan formally handed over its list of nuclear installations to a representative of the Indian High Commission in Islamabad.
At the same time, India shared its list with the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, Andrabi added.
This annual exchange serves as an important confidence-building measure. Moreover, it aims to reduce risks and support strategic stability between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
Exchange of Prisoners’ Lists
In addition to nuclear facilities, both countries also exchanged lists of prisoners held in each other’s custody.
The exchange took place through diplomatic channels. It follows established humanitarian arrangements between Pakistan and India. Such measures, therefore, help maintain limited but necessary engagement.
Pakistan’s Stance on Yemen
Meanwhile, the Foreign Office expressed serious concern over the ongoing situation in Yemen.
Andrabi stated that Pakistan believes the crisis should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. He also reaffirmed Islamabad’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia.
Furthermore, Pakistan continues to support peaceful solutions to regional conflicts, he said.
PM–Saudi Leadership Contact
The spokesperson confirmed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently spoke by telephone with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
During the call, both leaders discussed bilateral relations and key regional issues. They also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in various sectors.
Support for China on Taiwan
Andrabi said Pakistan has once again reiterated its support for China’s position on Taiwan.
He stressed that Pakistan remains committed to the One-China policy, which forms a core element of Islamabad’s foreign policy.
Diplomatic Engagements Abroad
The spokesperson also noted that National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq represented Pakistan at the funeral prayers of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.
On the occasion, the speaker conveyed condolences to the late leader’s family. He did so on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan.
Position on Somaliland and Somalia
Separately, Andrabi said Pakistan has rejected Israel’s move to recognise Somaliland as an independent state.
He termed the move a violation of international law. At the same time, Pakistan reaffirmed its full support for Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
Commitment to Peace and Diplomacy
Concluding the briefing, the Foreign Office spokesperson said Pakistan remains committed to peace, stability, and diplomacy.
He added that Islamabad will continue to promote dialogue, cooperation, and respect for international law at both regional and global levels.
