New Delhi: Demanding redressal of its concerns on cross-border terrorism by Pakistan in an “effective and transparent” manner, India today said it was necessary for a “comprehensive, serious and sustained” dialogue between the two countries.
It also expressed willingness to look at existing bilateral visa agreement that was signed in 1974 to facilitate travel by bonafide businessmen from both the countries amid complaints by a Pakistani industry body that tough visa norms in India are hurdles to trade.
Observing that the two countries have remained “distanced” since Independence, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao said India has consistently proposed a step-by-step approach for normalisation of relations and this approach does not “preclude discussions on any issue.”
She said India was committed to resolving all outstanding issues with Pakistan through dialogue.
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