Pak, India exchange prisoners' lists
Despite ongoing diplomatic tensions, Pakistan and India exchanged lists of prisoners held in each other's custody, fulfilling a bilateral agreement from 2008. Pakistan provided a list of 250 Indian prisoners and received a list of 439 Pakistani prisoners, while also urging India to repatriate 97 Pakistani inmates who have completed their sentences.
Why it matters
This exchange, though routine, represents a rare instance of cooperation between the two nuclear-armed rivals, highlighting a functional agreement amidst deep mistrust and stalled diplomatic relations. It also underscores the humanitarian aspect of prisoners caught in geopolitical disputes.
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The article reports on a diplomatic event, detailing the actions of both countries and their respective statements without taking a partisan stance. The Express Tribune is a reputable Pakistani newspaper.
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