Pakistan has announced that it will release 74 Indian fishermen as a gesture of goodwill. A spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry stated on Saturday in Islamabad that the fishermen will be freed on Tuesday, adding that the aim is to demonstrate Pakistan's commitment to improving the political climate between the two countries. He noted that the release of the fishermen will empty Pakistani prisons of Indians who were arrested for fishing in Pakistan's coastal waters. In September, Pakistan released 269 fishermen who had been detained after drifting into Pakistani waters. Prime Minister Zafarullah Jamali had promised in May during the announcement of the return of the Pakistani High Commissioner to New Delhi that the remaining fishermen would be released. Since then, both sides have taken steps to reduce tensions arising from the Kashmir dispute.
Pakistan to Release 74 Indian Fishermen as a Gesture of Goodwill
Pakistan will release 74 Indian fishermen to improve diplomatic relations. This move follows previous releases and is part of ongoing efforts to ease tensions over Kashmir. It highlights Pakistan's commitment to fostering goodwill with India.
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Pakistan will release 74 Indian fishermen to improve relations with India.
- Pakistan announce 74 Indian fishermen
- Pakistan release Indian fishermen
- Pakistan release 269 fishermen
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The release of fishermen is a significant goodwill gesture aimed at reducing tensions between Pakistan and India.
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