Imran khan writes to Modi

In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, Pakistan PM Imran Khan has said the only way forward for the two countries is through “constructive engagement”

Khan has also suggested a bilaternal meeting on the sidelines of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in New York.He added the countries owe it to the people to find a peaceful solution to outstanding issues, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. PM Modi had written to Khan on August 18 after he was sworn in as Prime Minister.

The Pakistan government,meanwhile, confirmed that it’s Prime minister has responded to PM Modi. Foreign Affairs spokesperson Dr Mohammed Faisal, in a tweet said that Khan was awaiting a formal response from India.

PM has responded to PM Modi, in a positive spirit, reciprocating his sentiments. Let’s talk and resolve all issues. We await formal reaponse from India.

— Dr Mohammad Faisal (@ForeignOfficePk) September 20, 2018