Navtej Sarna Quotations

The position that India will take on this issue at the IAEA will be based on India's independent judgment, and we categorically reject any attempt to link this to the proposed India-U.S. agreement on civil nuclear energy cooperation.

We've also decided to permit relief material being sent by private organizations and international (charities) to Pakistan.

We have seen a news report that India is delaying action on a request by Pakistan to cross over the LoC so as to have access for relief work. It is clarified that we have received no such request from Pakistan.

We are also happy to note that both sides have renewed their commitment to respecting and upholding the Ceasefire Agreement.

We have received this offer and it will be examined in consultation with the concerned authority.

The prime minister of India wants to emphasize that people-to-people links between both countries must be restored as soon as possible and that these decisions are part of that.

Since the imposition of sanctions in September 2004, the government maintained that this had no justification. Accordingly, we had urged the U.S. government to review the issue and withdraw the sanctions.

On Jammu and Kashmir, the two sides agreed to continue to address the issue in a sincere and purposeful manner,

Only then would such elections be able to contribute to the restoration of democracy and political stability.

There is need for genuine dialogue. The solution has to be found by the people of Nepal through a peaceful but political settlement. We are ready to help in any way we can.

It appears to us that the proposals made by Pakistan can be reconciled with those that we ourselves had already made.

It has been agreed that the dialogue will be take place on the 17th and 18th of January.

Japan looks forward to welcoming prime minister. This would greatly strengthen bilateral relations.

Pakistan is free to use the money for rebuilding homes, rehabilitating people and reconstructing infrastructure, and restoring essential services.

It (credible minimum deterrent) reflects our response to a dynamic and changing security environment.

The ambassador has unfortunately shown lack of judgement in including a family event in the celebration of a formal national event.

We have offered all possible assistance for rescue and relief measures.

We categorically reject any attempt to link (Iran) to the proposed Indo-U.S. agreement on civil nuclear energy cooperation, which stands on its own merits.

We have an interest in taking it forward, India needs gas.

We are saying what we have always said - that the political parties and the monarchy have to work together and take forward the process of reconciliation and dialogue and develop a national consensus.

We are deeply concerned over the turn of events which have undermined political stability and have also seriously affected the economy of Nepal.

We are deeply concerned by the recent escalation of violence in Sri Lanka and repeated violation of the ceasefire.

We are deeply concerned at the recent escalation of violence in Sri Lanka and repeated violations of the ceasefire.

We are deeply concerned at the recent escalation of violence and repeated violations of the ceasefire.

We have consistently maintained that it is a state's sovereign right to enter into treaties and international agreements. Every state must fully comply with its international obligations and commitments and in a transparent manner.

We have consistently called upon the Maoists to abandon the path of violence and terror, accept the discipline of multiparty democracy, and work for a political settlement that contributes to the political stability and economic prosperity of Nepal.

We ourselves are taking care of our victims. When there are offers by friendly countries and anything is needed, these offers are considered.

This supply of fuel will enable the plant to continue to operate in safety and provide much-needed electricity to the western power grid of the country.

We have seen the comments... Regarding India in a recent interview. We regret this reference to India.

We welcome that Pakistan has responded to the initiative of our prime minister,

The president said he will take note of the external affairs minister's remarks when the matter was put up to him.

Both sides decided that this was not the optimal time for the visit.

Both sides agreed that the talks aimed at strengthening the ongoing ceasefire should begin at the earliest.

Both sides agreed that peace talks aimed at strengthening the ceasefire should begin at the earliest (possible time).

Both sides agreed that India and Bangladesh are victims of terrorism and need to join hands in fighting this scourge.

We see this as a major humanitarian disaster for the people of this region.

The government of Pakistan would be welcome to use this contribution for rebuilding homes and rehabilitating people, reconstructing the infrastructure and restoring essential services.

The government of India's commitment to prevent onward proliferation is second to none. We have instituted a rigorous system of export controls and our track record in this regard is well known.

The government of India has offered assistance of US$25 million for relief and the rehabilitation of earthquake victims.

The government has decided to set up composite relief and rehabilitation points at three places to provide facilities for medical assistance and relief for people from across the Line of Control,

This was a friendly and cordial meeting in which the Iranian vice-president said that bilateral trade does not reflect the full potential of economic relations between the two countries.

With regard to negotiations on the proposed agreement, India will proceed on the basis of its own national interests, as acknowledged by the US ambassador himself.

Both India and Pakistan have made specific proposals for helping the victims across the LoC. These proposals are being examined by the two governments and will be discussed in the talks.

Both countries agreed that the peace talks, aimed at strengthening the cease-fire, should begin at the earliest.

Credible minimum deterrent is a self-explanatory term that requires no further elucidation.

They agreed that significant changes had occurred in the climate of the bilateral relations, which the public opinion in both countries was driving forward, and this was reflected in the progress achieved.

These actions of His Majesty's Government of Nepal are regrettable and a matter of grave concern to all those who wish to see the constitutional forces in Nepal working together to achieve peace and stability in the country.

These actions by the government in Nepal are counter-productive.

The sanctions imposed by the US government on the two Indian firms relate to transfer of some chemicals to Iran. Our preliminary assessment is that the transfer of such chemicals is not in violation of our regulations or our international obligations.

The security concerns, specially in view of the forthcoming parliamentary elections in Afghanistan was also discussed.

The statement also commits the US, in the meantime, to encourage its partners to consider India's request for such fuel supplies expeditiously.

People from across the Line of Control will be allowed to come in during daylight hours after suitable screening and then return.

A delegation of senior Indian officials will visit Pakistan for talks on facilitating cooperation across the Line of Control (LoC) on providing relief to the victims of the quake,

Afghan authorities are investigating the matter. If these reports are true, we condemn the incident and urge that all of them be released.

Any credible electoral exercise should have the active involvement and participation of all the mainstream parties.

An Indian Coast Guard ship was able to rescue one other Indian fishing boat along with its crew and bring back another boat which had been set on fire. The government has demanded the immediate release of the fishermen and their boats.

Bangladesh is a close and friendly neighbour and the visit is testimony to the importance that both countries attach to bilateral relations.

A solution has to be found by the people of Nepal through a peaceful political settlement and there is a need for a genuine dialogue between the king and constitutional forces.

This consists of 68 tons of relief materials, which is made up of 5,000 blankets, 320 tents and 4.5 tons of plastic sheets.

This company has been investigated for violation of domestic laws concerning export controls, and currently it is not allowed to export or import because of action taken by the concerned authorities.

They should be finishing soon. They started at 12:00.

This has been conveyed to Pakistan. Now we will await their response before going ahead and setting up the camps.

They reaffirmed their commitment to the Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline and an early ratification of the LNG deal already signed between the two countries.

There is very good understanding and interaction at the political level, trade and investment is expanding rapidly; the institutional framework of the relationship as well people-to-people contacts have been strengthened further.

A counter reaction? No. I think I made the point that I had to.

It was a very friendly, positive and forward-looking meeting.

It is quite clear that several specific steps would need to be taken by Pakistan to move this process meaningfully forward. We, on our part, remain fully committed to improving relations between the two countries.

Cyprus conveyed its support to India's efforts for the promotion of full civilian nuclear energy cooperation.

The news report is mischievous and false. The External Affairs Minister was fully involved in the decision-making process.

The offer by the Saudi king has been received by the Ministry of External Affairs. It will be examined in detail in consultation with the concerned authorities.

The agreement to start two bus services between India and Pakistan was signed after the third round of technical-level meetings between the officials of both countries.

It will be examined in consultation with the authorities concerned and all relevant agencies.

The two sides have found that the proposed timing for the visit was not optimal.

The two sides had detailed and productive discussions. There was greater clarity on the issues under discussion. Progress has been made.

The two sides had a comprehensive review of bilateral relations, and agreed to continue cooperation in all areas of mutual interest and benefit, including in the energy field.

The two sides are working for cooperation in the areas of nuclear energy applications in various sectors, including power generation, nuclear waste management, exchange and training of scientific and technical staff and joint research and development activities.

The visit is significant in view of the strategic partnership between the two countries.

This is in line with India's advocacy of greater movement across the LoC.

Once the U.S. laws have been amended, India looks forward to the United States emerging as a major and reliable partner not only in respect of fuel supply, but also for other aspects of civilian nuclear energy cooperation.

Arrangements are being made for providing relief material, medical aid, food, drinking water and temporary accommodation at these points.

The issues covered during the meetings were bilateral, security perspectives (regional and global) and developments in South Asia, West Asia and North Africa, and the Gulf.

India is willing to facilitate such movements but we await word from Pakistan about the practical details of implementing this intention.

India is bound only by what is contained in the July 18 joint statement, that is continuing its commitment to a unilateral moratorium on nuclear testing.

India has always supported the peace process and they will support the peace process.

India, as always, wishes the people and the Bhutan government continued peace and stability and fulfillment of their aspirations as they embark on a new constitutional system.

India and Denmark look forward to the visit of the Danish prime minister to India at an early date.

India welcomes his intention to transfer all executive power of the state to a government constituted by the alliance of the seven political parties, which has been in the forefront of the movement by the people of Nepal for the restoration of multi-party democracy and their democratic freedoms.

India welcomes all initiatives, including from Russia, which could enable a consensus to be reached on this issue.

In preliminary discussions on these elements, India has already conveyed to US that such a provision has no place in the proposed bilateral agreement and that India is bound only by what is contained in the July 18 Joint Statement, that is, continuing its commitment to a unilateral moratorium on nuclear testing.

In this context the imposition of sanctions on our firms, which in our view have not acted in violation of our laws or regulation, is not justified.

In the preliminary discussions on these elements so far, India has already conveyed to the U.S. that such a provision has no place in the proposed bilateral agreement.

Circulation of such scurrilous material is not becoming of a senior member of the Foreign Service. The Ministry of External Affairs will deal with the matter in accordance with its well established norms.

Begum Khaleda will hold talks with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday.

For the present, let me only say that we are concerned over the arrests and detention, once again, of several political leaders, professionals and students which we strongly deplore.

The Maoist movement must abandon the use of violence as a political instrument and commit itself to the principles of democracy thereby creating conditions for joining the political mainstream.

All I can say at the moment is that he has proceeded on leave and we will wait for the investigations to take their course.

(The) home secretaries of the two countries would meet often and exchange information. The joint rivers commission too would meet frequently to address water disputes.

The Indian side sees the visit as the culmination of that process. From now on, we want to make sure there is sustained and continuous engagement with Bangladesh.

The foreign secretary informed the US ambassador that India's vote on any possible resolution on the Iranian issue at the IAEA would be determined by India's own judgment of the merits of the case.

The fuel will permit TAPS 1&2, already under international safeguards, to continue producing nuclear power for the power grid.