New elected Prime Minister of Pakistan has been ‘propped up by the Army’, said Union Minister VK Singh on Monday. He also added that Army still ‘rules’ the country and it is to been seen whether Khan can bring about a change.
The minister of state for external affairs told reporters that India is adopting a wait and watch approach after the a new government in Pakistan assumed power.
“Did you all expect a change? I don’t know. After all, the person has been propped up by the (Pakistan) army. The army still rules. So, let’s wait and watch how things go — whether the person remains under army control or doesn’t remain under its control.”
Singh said that dialogue with Pakistan can happen only if the environment is conducive for talks.
Referring to reports of proposals to open the Kartarpur border crossing for Sikh pilgrims, Singh said India has not received any proposal from Pakistan.
“Nothing has come from the government’s (Pakistan) side. This issue has been going on for a very long time. If anything comes about we will let you know,” he said.
