Regional Dialogue’ 2025, hosted by the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), participants unanimously conveyed a strong message that Pakistan stands united, across all faiths, against all forms of aggression. Minister of State for Religious Affairs, Kesoo Mal Kheal Das, vehemently condemned India’s illegal aggression, he reaffirmed the unwavering support of Pakistan’s minority communities for the armed forces.
Das commended Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Army Chief General Asim Munir for their decisive response to the Indian attack. Punjab’s Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Ramesh Singh Arora, stated, “We unanimously condemn the brutal Indian aggression. Peace cannot coexist with violence.” Highlighting the Kartarpur Corridor as a beacon of interfaith goodwill.
Federal Minister for Investment and Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, stated that India’s hostile attitude and efforts to isolate Pakistan globally have always posed obstacles to Pakistan’s economic growth. Kelly Johnson, from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the U.S., stated that the IRS Regional Dialogue, which aimed to explore pathways to peace and prosperity, was a significant conference.
In his concluding address, Ambassador Jauhar Saleem, President of the IRS, emphasized that Pakistan was committed to conducting impartial investigations. However, he noted that India chose to escalate tensions, resulted in military conflict. “While Pakistan has responded appropriately, it does not desire war. We reject hostility and skepticism; instead, we seek peace, harmony, and trust among neighboring countries,” he remarked.
