ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pakistan has declared an official from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad persona non grata, instructing the diplomat to leave the country within 24 hours. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the official’s activities were inconsistent with their diplomatic status .
This expulsion follows India’s recent declaration of a Pakistani diplomat as persona non grata, accusing them of espionage-related activities. The reciprocal actions underscore the escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations .
Pakistan’s Foreign Office summoned the Indian Chargé d’Affaires to convey the decision, emphasizing that no foreign diplomat should engage in activities incompatible with their diplomatic status . The Indian diplomat is expected to depart Pakistan within the specified timeframe.
The expulsion of diplomats is a common practice in international diplomacy, often serving as a formal protest against perceived violations of diplomatic norms. Such measures can strain bilateral relations and complicate efforts toward dialogue and resolution.
As tensions remain high, both nations continue to navigate the complexities of their diplomatic engagements, with international observers closely monitoring developments.
