GCC Urges Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in South Asia

The GCC's Secretary-General, Jassim Al Budaiwi, expressed serious concern about the escalating security situation between Pakistan and India. He condemned a recent terrorist attack and emphasized the need for peaceful conflict resolution per international law, urging the global community to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir issue.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-05-2025 08:22 IST | Created: 04-05-2025 08:22 IST
GCC Urges Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in South Asia
GCC Secretary-General condemns Pahalgam attack, calls for urgent India-Pakistan dialogue and regional stability. (Photo: WAM). Image Credit: ANI
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In a recent development, Jassim Al Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has voiced deep concern over the alarming security situation in South Asia. Addressing the ongoing tensions, he emphasized the significance of restraint and dialogue between Pakistan and India, urging both nations to urgently resume negotiations.

The GCC Secretary-General condemned the recent terrorist attack that targeted tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, leading to civilian casualties. He underscored the importance of employing peaceful means to settle disputes, stressing adherence to international law and the UN Charter to ensure regional peace and stability.

Al Budaiwi reaffirmed the GCC's unwavering stance against all forms of terrorism and called on the international community to intensify efforts towards a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir conflict, in alignment with relevant UN Security Council resolutions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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