December 2002
Pakistan: General Musharraf's Threat Did Not Imply Use of Nuclear Weapons
Pakistan clarifies that General Musharraf's recent threat to India does not indicate a nuclear response, despite India's interpretation. This statement comes amid heightened military tensions…
Signing of the Contract for the Transfer of Natural Gas from Turkmenistan to Pakistan via Afghanistan - 2002-12-28
Turkmenistan has signed a contract to transfer natural gas to Pakistan via Afghanistan after prolonged negotiations. This agreement marks a significant step for Turkmenistan in…
Afghanistan-Pakistan-Turkmenistan Gas Pipeline - December 26, 2002
A preliminary agreement for the Afghanistan-Pakistan-Turkmenistan gas pipeline was signed in May but the ceremony has been delayed. The project aims to create 12,000 jobs…
Increase of Pakistani Forces at the Border with Afghanistan - 2002-12-16
Pakistan has bolstered its military presence along the Afghan border in response to security concerns regarding al-Qaeda and Taliban infiltration. This move reflects ongoing tensions…
India Discovers Surface-to-Air Missile in Islamic Militants' Hideout in Kashmir - 2002-12-15
India has discovered a surface-to-air missile in a hideout linked to Islamic militants in Kashmir, alleging Pakistani support for extremism. Pakistani officials deny these claims,…
The Return of Afghan Refugees to Their Country Will Be Voluntary
An agreement has been made between Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the UN Refugee Agency for the voluntary return of 400,000 Afghan refugees over the next three…
Russia and India Cooperation - 2002-12-04
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India to discuss cooperation on terrorism, defense, and the Iraq crisis with Indian officials. The two nations aim to enhance…