SAARC and Indo-Pak Relationship

The basic aim of the South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was to support the regional states so that they may emerge as developed countries undermining their long history of enmities. Initially, both Pakistan and India refused to join it because of their allegations and fears towards each other. However, the proposal was materialized after much consideration with expectation of collaboration between the rival states. The activities of SAARC also motivated the small states to increase cooperation among them by strengthening mutual relations. In the past, India and Pakistan rarely displayed some collective and cooperative measures’ orientation in their bilateral relations. This study is to identify those areas where both the neighbors are constructing bilateral cooperation under the SAARC to address the controversial issues, which may repel hostilities and facilitate the two states to enhance cooperation for development and strengthen friendship and understanding between their people.