Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Pakistan and India, as neighbours, have no choice but to coexist, with India needing to decide whether to continue hostility or embrace neighbourly relations. \u201cAny dialogue with India must be conducted on fair terms,\u201d the PM said while addressing a packed hall of overseas Pakistanis in London. He also highlighted Pakistan\u2019s development, recent achievements, and ongoing global crises. The PM reminded the audience that Pakistan and India have fought four wars, costing billions of dollars. \u201cThat money should have been invested in schools, hospitals, roads, and improving the lives of ordinary citizens,\u201d he emphasized, adding that relations with India cannot progress without resolving the Kashmir issue. He vowed that the sacrifices of millions of Kashmiris would not go in vain. Turning to international crises, he spoke about Gaza, where over 64,000 Palestinians have lost their lives, stating that the region remains forever interconnected, whether people acknowledge it or not. He once again emphasised that Pakistan wanted talks with India, but only on equal terms. Fairness and respect, he said, must guide any dialogue. Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar called the convention a success and said PM Shehbaz’s speech would be broadcast later. Minister of State for Overseas Pakistanis, Aun Chaudhry, said the turnout showed how much overseas Pakistanis love their country. He added that Pakistan\u2019s recent achievements have strengthened the country\u2019s global standing, a source of pride for all citizens. The PM also touched on Bunyan-um-Marsoos, the economy, and Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic relations during his address, according to the minister.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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