Pakistan PM telephones Saudi crown prince, discusses Kashmir situation

By Nasir Aijaz
AsiaN Correspondent

Islamabad: Prime Minister Imran Khan telephoned Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday and discussed the latest developments in Indian-administered Kashmir.

According to the Saudi Press Agency and local online media, the two leaders discussed the latest developments in the region. The crown prince was briefed by PM Imran on the situation in Kashmir.

Indian-administered Kashmir has been facing a clampdown since August 5 when New Delhi revoked Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which conferred it a special status.

Hundreds of political leaders have been detained by authorities since the move.

The two leaders earlier spoke about the situation in the region in a phone call on August 7, where they discussed the development of the situation in the region and efforts exerted towards it.

Meanwhile, in New York, Pakistan’s ambassador to the United Nations Dr. Maleeha Lodhi met President of United Nations General Assembly Maria Fernanda Espinosa and briefed her on Kashmir situation.