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PakistanPakistan raises concerns over water share under Indus Waters Treaty
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Dar warns of regional peace and security implications if the country is deprived of its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty.
Background
The Indus Waters Treaty, brokered in 1960, governs the sharing of six rivers between India and Pakistan. Water distribution has been a persistent point of contention between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, impacting agricultural livelihoods and regional stability.
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Pakistan's Water Resources and Political Stability
First report 12h agoLast update 11h agoThe government asserts it cannot be pressured by holding the state 'hostage' and will not allow talks to be used for political demands.
Pakistan warns against using shared water resources as a political tool and upholds the Indus Waters Treaty with India.
Pakistan's Stance on Indus Waters Treaty with India
First report 12h agoLast update 12h agoPakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister warns of serious implications for regional peace if Pakistan's share of Indus waters is compromised.
Concerns Over Pakistan's Water Share Under Indus Waters Treaty
First report 23h agoLast update 23h agoThere is a warning about severe consequences for regional peace if Pakistan's water rights under the IWT are not upheld.
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