Boat incident: Coast guard's statement exposed 'Indian drama', says FO

Foreign Office welcomes Indian government's decision to send its foreign secretary to Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office on Friday said Pakistan welcomes the Indian government's decision to send its foreign secretary to Islamabad.

Speaking at a news conference here, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tasnim Aslam said the dates for the foreign secretary-level talks have not yet been finalised.

She said that Pakistan believes in holding dialogue to improve its relationship with India.

Commenting on the Pakistani boat controversy, Tasnim said Indian coast guard DIG's statement exposed the Indian "drama".

Talking about the Afghan peace talks, the spokesperson said that Pakistan was ready to facilitate the reconciliation process.