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Jaishankar's Pakistan trip, the 'Commons', and Lankesh murder accused

Oct 22, 2024
Shubhajit Roy, Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Indian Express, discusses the historic visit of India's External Affairs Minister to Pakistan during the SCO summit, highlighting potential shifts in India-Pakistan relations. Amitabh Sinha, a contributor to the same paper, delves into the crucial governance of common resources like forests and urban parks, emphasizing community involvement for conservation. The discussion also touches on the controversial appointment of Shrikant Pangarkar, linked to journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder, raising important questions about activism in a politically charged environment.
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  • S.J. Shankar's historic visit to Pakistan highlights the potential for improved diplomatic relations amid ongoing regional tensions and security concerns.
  • The concept of commons emphasizes the collective responsibility of communities in managing shared resources to combat environmental challenges effectively.

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India-Pakistan Relations at the SCO Summit

The recent visit of India's External Affairs Minister S.J. Shankar to Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit marked a significant diplomatic occurrence as it was the first visit by an Indian foreign minister to Pakistan in nine years. The meeting in Islamabad included discussions about key regional challenges, especially concerning relations with neighboring countries like China and Pakistan. Shankar highlighted the need for introspection among these nations regarding their frosty relationships and addressed critical issues such as border tensions with China and cross-border terrorism linked to Pakistan. This visit was viewed by many as a potential icebreaker and an opportunity to improve bilateral ties, especially after Shankar was able to have informal discussions with Pakistani leadership during the summit's social gatherings.

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