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<p>We are following the serious situation in Kashmir closely. Events in Kashmir have
regional and international implications and we urge calm and caution from all.</p><p>We
are in regular contact with the Government of India. We are also in regular contact
with the Government of Pakistan. The PM has spoken with both PM Modi of India and
PM Imran Khan of Pakistan. He stressed to both that HMG's position on Kashmir remains
unchanged (it is a bilateral issue for India and Pakistan to resolve, taking into
account the wishes of the Kashmiri people). He also underlined the importance of maintaining
dialogue. In addition to this, the Foreign Secretary spoke with his Indian counterpart
Dr Jaishankar on 7 August. He expressed concerns and called for calm. The continued
use of detentions and restrictions on communications are worrying. It is important
individual rights are fully respected and there should be constructive dialogue with
affected communities.</p>
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