LONDON: Pakistan has called on international powers, including the United States and the United Kingdom, to help mediate in resolving key disputes with India, as a high-level delegation led by former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari continues its global diplomatic outreach.
The delegation, which includes former diplomats and senators, is visiting major capitals to present Pakistan’s position following a recent conflict with India. After stops in the United States, the group arrived in London and will head to Brussels next.
“We had the upper hand during the conflict,” Bilawal told reporters in London. “Despite that, we accepted a ceasefire with the understanding that further dialogue would take place on all points of friction at a neutral venue.”
He said Pakistan’s actions, including downing six Indian jets, demonstrated military strength but also restraint. “Now it’s time for peace,” Bilawal said, expressing hope that “Trump or his government will honour its promises” and play a role in brokering talks.
In parallel, Pakistan’s delegation met with British policymakers at Chatham House and engaged think tanks and academics.
This visit follows meetings with the UN Secretary-General and US lawmakers in Washington. Meanwhile, India has also launched a diplomatic campaign of its own, dispatching multi-party delegations to lobby in Washington and other global capitals.
Both sides are vying for international support as tensions simmer over longstanding disputes, particularly over Kashmir and cross-border attacks.