Discuss the effects of cancelling the Kartarpur corridor talks. What are the measures that need to be taken for the successful implementation of proposal? (200 Words)
Refer - The Hindu
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IAS Parliament 6 years
KEY POINTS
Effects of Cancelling Kartarpur corridor talks
· Lack of stability in strengthening neighbourhood relations.
· Development distrust between India and Pakistan.
· Shows faultlines in India’s softpower.
· Undermines secular nature of the country.
· Decline in the role of SAARC as a means of integrating south asian region.
· Opportunity for china to strengthen its hold in south asia.
Measures to be taken
· Frequent diplomatic engagement at ministerial and executive level.
· Boosting the economic ties via cross-border trade.
· Confidence building measures like cease firing across Line of control, ensuring full protection to pilgrims especially from terrorist threats by both nations.
