Hyderabad (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 6 March 2026) Founder and Chairman of SAFCO Group, Dr. Sulaiman J. Abro The Indus Waters Treaty signed between the two countries Pakistan and India In 1960 there was an important international agreement regarding the distribution of river water between the two countries.
Speaking to APP on Friday, he said that any not-so-serious or unilateral attempts by India regarding the treaty could escalate tensions and further strain relations between the two countries, and that Pakistan would never allow its water share to be denied.
Dr. Abro stated that Pakistan has a clear position that full compliance with the treaty is essential for regional stability and mutual trust. He pointed out that international agreements related to water are being implemented around the world to ensure the parties concerned adhere to them. He added that water is a vital element for the survival of any country, its economy and its agricultural system, as is the flow of blood in the veins.
He said that under the Indus Water Treaty, each country has the right to use rivers and water resources allocated to its share. Under the agreement, both sides commit to respecting established principles of water distribution, continuing to exchange information and resolving any potential disputes through peaceful, legal and diplomatic means.
Dr. Abro said the treaty is an essential document for equitable distribution of water resources in the region, adding that Pakistan has expressed serious concerns over unilateral actions by state parties. Indian government. He stressed that any major step regarding water resources management should only be taken after mutual consultation and in accordance with the procedures stipulated in the agreement.
He said that Pakistan has made it clear to India that adherence to the treaty is essential, as it is not only part of diplomatic obligations, but it is also extremely important for the peoples of the two countries.
He said that in response to India’s actions, Pakistan has the right to use its diplomatic relations effectively to increase pressure on India so that it refrains from taking any unilateral or unreasonable step.
He added that Pakistan should urge India to fully adhere to the agreement and avoid any unilateral action that could further escalate tensions in the region.