Desk : Pakistan held an international conference in Islamabad focused on the Indus Waters Treaty, bringing together water management and legal experts from around the world. A notable aspect of the event was that while Pakistan repeatedly referred to concerns linked to India, it did not explicitly name the country in its official statements.
During the conference, Pakistan described the Indus Waters Treaty as a “lifeline” and a matter of national security, emphasizing that it is not just a bilateral agreement but a critical framework for the country’s water survival. Officials argued that any disruption in the flow of waters allocated under the treaty would be considered a violation of international law.
Pakistani representatives stated that global principles governing transboundary rivers should not be influenced by the political decisions of any single nation. The conference highlighted concerns that tensions over shared water resources could pose risks to regional and global stability.
Experts in water management, dam construction, international law, and climate change participated in the event and discussed long-term strategies for the Indus Basin.
Pakistan also indicated interest in expanding international cooperation in water storage and infrastructure development to strengthen its water security in the future.