The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed no meeting will take place between PM Narendra Modi and his Pakistan counterpart Imran Khan during the sidelines of the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Modi is scheduled to attend the annual SCO summit in the Kyrgyz capital on June 13-14 where Khan is also expected to be present.
When asked about the purchase of Oil from Iran the MEA spokesperson said "There has not much change from what I had spoken earlier, the fundamental principle remains that whatever decision we take will be based on commercial consideration, energy security and our national interest."
About the Kartarpur corridor the MEA said that we've sought clarification on reports that controversial elements have been appointed by Pakistan, from a committee associated with this project. We've sought clarification from Pak on some of key proposals forwarded in last meetings. Awaiting response.
When asked about the purchase of Oil from Iran the MEA spokesperson said "There has not much change from what I had spoken earlier, the fundamental principle remains that whatever decision we take will be based on commercial consideration, energy security and our national interest."
About the Kartarpur corridor the MEA said that we've sought clarification on reports that controversial elements have been appointed by Pakistan, from a committee associated with this project. We've sought clarification from Pak on some of key proposals forwarded in last meetings. Awaiting response.
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