A New Dawn: Jaishankar's Historic Visit to Pakistan for SCO Meet

Jammu and Kashmir express hope as Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visits Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting. After nine years, both nations eye potential thaw in relations, especially with the residents of Jammu and Kashmir anticipating a breakthrough in diplomatic ties.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's upcoming visit to Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting has sparked hope among the people of Jammu and Kashmir. National Conference spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq expressed optimism about the visit, viewing it as a 'new dawn' for thawing India-Pakistan relations.

Remarking on the significance of Jaishankar's participation, Sadiq underscored the importance of breaking the nine-year diplomatic hiatus and the potential positive impact on the subcontinent, particularly Jammu and Kashmir, which have endured prolonged tension between the two nations.

The SCO, comprising nations including India, Pakistan, China, and Russia, serves as a crucial platform for dialogue. With Pakistan hosting the Council of Heads of Government meeting this October, hopes are high for meaningful discussions that could steer relations away from rhetoric toward resolving longstanding differences.

(With inputs from agencies.)