Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party and head of Pakistan’s diplomatic mission, held an important meeting in Washington with Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Ranking Member of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia.
During the meeting, Chairman Bhutto Zardari appreciated Congresswoman Dove’s efforts in advancing human rights and expressed grave concern over India’s use of baseless allegations to target innocent civilians, including women and children.
He stated that the Indian government is not only responsible for grave human rights violations within its borders but is now also attempting to violate human rights across borders, which is a blatant breach of international law.
Chairman Bhutto Zardari noted that India has suffered substantial military losses in recent skirmishes, yet its government is misleading its people with false claims of victory, thereby denying them access to accurate information.
He further acknowledged the positive role the United States has played in promoting peace in South Asia, but stressed the need for Washington to expand its efforts to restrain India’s growing militarism.
The meeting concluded with an agreement between Chairman Bhutto Zardari and Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
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Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari Meets U.S. Senator Jim Banks
Washington Washington June 5, 2025: Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party and Head of Pakistan’s Parliamentary Diplomatic Mission, Mr. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, held a significant meeting with U.S. Senator Jim Banks, a senior Republican leader and member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. The meeting took place at the Hart Senate Building in Washington, D.C.
During the meeting, Chairman Bhutto Zardari briefed Senator Banks on the recent escalation in tensions between Pakistan and India, highlighting India’s unprovoked aggression. He emphasized that Pakistan’s measured and strategic response successfully dismantled the myth of Indian military superiority in the eyes of the international community.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari reiterated Pakistan’s consistent desire for peace in the region, stating that while Pakistan seeks stability and dialogue, India’s increasingly aggressive posture is a growing concern.
He urged the United States and other responsible global powers to take a principled stance and play their part in restraining India’s war-mongering tendencies. He stressed that India’s actions, fueled by hatred and prejudice, pose a serious threat to the fabric of a peaceful and civilized global order.
The two leaders also discussed avenues to further strengthen bilateral ties, regional cooperation, and the role of parliamentary diplomacy. The meeting concluded with mutual agreement on enhancing cooperation and engagement between the two countries.