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India, Pakistan Mark 35th Year of Nuclear Site List Exchange, Share Prisoner Lists

The routine exchanges underscore durable channels for nuclear risk reduction alongside humanitarian oversight.

Overview

  • Both governments confirmed the 35th consecutive exchange of protected nuclear installation lists under the 1988 non‑attack agreement, conducted simultaneously via diplomatic channels in New Delhi and Islamabad.
  • Under the 2008 consular pact, the sides also swapped detainee rosters: India listed 391 civil prisoners and 33 fishermen believed to be Pakistani, while Pakistan listed 58 civilians and 199 fishermen believed to be Indian.
  • India urged the expedited repatriation of 167 Indian nationals who have completed their sentences and requested immediate consular access to 35 detainees it believes are Indian.
  • Officials noted the exchanges continue despite severely strained relations following the May 2025 confrontation, reflecting the endurance of narrow confidence‑building measures.
  • The day’s events coincided with a brief interaction in Dhaka between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistan National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq.