Islamabad : Pakistan and India exchanged the lists of their respective nuclear installations and facilities on Wednesday, marking a significant confidence-building measure under the Agreement on Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities. The exchange was confirmed in a press statement issued by the Foreign Office spokesperson in Islamabad. This annual practice underscores the commitment of both nations to maintain transparency and reduce risks in a region marked by decades of tension.
Signed on December 31, 1988, the agreement obliges both countries to inform each other of their nuclear installations and facilities on January 1 of each calendar year. The initiative, which officially began on January 1, 1992, continues to serve as a mechanism for preventing misunderstandings and fostering mutual trust between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
In Islamabad, the list of Pakistan’s nuclear installations and facilities was handed over to a representative of the Indian High Commission at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Concurrently, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi provided its list to a representative of the Pakistan High Commission, highlighting the simultaneous and reciprocal nature of this agreement.
Experts view the consistent implementation of this exchange as a stabilizing factor in Pakistan-India relations. However, they stress the need for both countries to expand dialogue and address core issues that fuel mistrust. Broader diplomatic engagement and conflict resolution efforts are essential to ensure long-term peace and stability in South Asia.
