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<p>The UK is deeply concerned about rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The
UK has been, and continues to be, in close contact at senior levels in both countries.</p><p>The
Prime Minister spoke to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on 3 March to welcome his
commitment to reducing tensions with India, and to emphasise the importance of Pakistan
taking action against all terrorist groups in support of global efforts to combat
terrorism. During a visit to India on 1 March, I met Indian Foreign Secretary Gokhale
to express the UK's concern at current tensions and to encourage a peaceful diplomatic
solution. On Wednesday 27 February, I spoke to both the Indian and Pakistan High Commissioners
on these issues. On Monday 25 February, the Foreign Secretary spoke to his Indian
and Pakistani counterparts, Sushma Swaraj and Shah Mahmood Qureshi respectively, to
discuss the situation. He spoke to Shah Mahmood Qureshi again on Thursday 28 February.</p><p>We
welcome the fact that both countries have said they do not want to escalate tensions.
We are working hard with them and our international partners to encourage de-escalation
and to ensure regional stability.</p>
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