Why India won’t accept mediation in Kashmir
Despite loud noises, the strategic reason for New Delhi never accepting third-party mediation on Kashmir is clear and distinct, and unlikely to change.
Despite loud noises, the strategic reason for New Delhi never accepting third-party mediation on Kashmir is clear and distinct, and unlikely to change.
The fear of a nuclear retaliation has paralysed India’s options for many years.
Despite the military and economic superiority of India, and its military successes against Pakistan, the Indus Waters Treaty has never been disturbed.
The MFN status may have been withdrawn but can trade be used as a weapon of eventual peace.
Pakistan is as interested in the Indian Ocean as India and China are – 95% of its trade goes through these waters.