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June 25, 2003 20:37 IST

Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf has said he would like a West Asia-style US-sponsored 'roadmap' on Kashmir, but feared India would not allow one.

Asked on an ABC News interview whether US President George W Bush supported Pakistan's desire for more involvement by him in the Kashmir dispute, Musharraf said, "Yes, he always says that he will remain committed to bringing peace and harmony between India and Pakistan."

The questioner reminded Musharraf that 'remaining committed' was different from 'becoming involved' and asked whether he would like the US president to become involved in a West Asia-style roadmap between India and Pakistan.

"Pakistan would certainly like that. We are of the opinion that there should be external influence, whether you call it mediation or facilitation," Musharraf replied.

"But unfortunately the Indian side, that talks of bilateral resolution of everything - although they know that there is a great deal of facilitation going on behind the scenes - they don't want to talk about it."

"We believe in talking. We would certainly like to have his (Bush's) involvement," he said.

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Sub: musharraf and kashmir

This and the recent reports also on rediff about the remarks of Bhutto and Sharif about the personal involvement and committment of Musharraf in the ...


Posted by A. Raja Rao





Sub: make it a palestine?

yes of course mush-ar-raff will love to make kashmir another palestine. I think both indians and pakis should understand that americans take only those steps ...


Posted by thinker





Sub: kashmir issue

India should never agree with the proposal of involvement of USA, in our personal matter. Pakistan knows better that , he can do what they ...


Posted by anup





Sub: WHO R THEY TO DECIDE OUR DESTINY

Why do these politicians(both Indian and Pakistaani) go to uncle sam. Hey guys dont behave like kids. what has he got to do with our ...


Posted by Anil Kumar Puppala





Sub: Roadmap for Pakistan

India should come out with a roadmap for Pakistan. More than anyone else, this is one country which needs our help. The Americans have messed ...


Posted by Neha




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