‘T for terrorism’: MEA hits back at Pakistan’s ‘two to tango’ comment on India relations
India-Pakistan relations, responding to remarks made by India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. The controversy followed Dar’s use of the phrase “It takes two to tango” in reference to the normalisation of ties between the two countries. Jaiswal, speaking during a briefing on Friday, highlighted that the core issue was «terrorism,» not the metaphorical «tango» as used by Dar.
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«The relevant 'T' word there is 'terrorism' and not 'tango',» Jaiswal stated firmly during the MEA briefing.
Dar's statement, made during a meeting with journalists at the Foreign Office, indicated that diplomatic progress requires a mutual effort from both countries. He explained that for normalisation of relations, both India and Pakistan must demonstrate a willingness to engage with each other.
Strengthening Ties with Regional Neighbours
Dar also discussed Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with its regional neighbours, including Bangladesh and Afghanistan. He announced his upcoming visit to Bangladesh in February 2025, a move aimed at rebuilding the relationship between Islamabad and Dhaka after the fall of the Hasina government in August 2024. Dar expressed his commitment to enhancing economic and trade cooperation between the two countries, describing Bangladesh as “a lost
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