India Open To Dialogue, But Won't Tolerate Terrorism, Says Piyush Goyal On Pakistan Relations

In Washington D.C, Union Minister Piyush Goyal addressed the potential for India-Pakistan trade via the Atari border, stating that PM Modi made every effort to improve relations with Pakistan after coming to power in 2014. However, he emphasized that Pakistan's continued support of terror activities against India has been a barrier to better relations. Goyal highlighted India's strong responses, including surgical strikes and air strikes, when Pakistan threatened its security. He also clarified that India has not stopped trade with Pakistan; instead, it was Pakistan that ceased trading with India. India, Goyal stressed, has always believed in dialogue and diplomacy, seeking peaceful solutions to global issues. While India remains committed to pursuing peace, Goyal made it clear that any country supporting terrorism will face a strong and uncompromising response from India.