Senior World Bank officials met on May 21-22 with a delegation from the Government of Pakistan at their request to discuss issues regarding the Indus Waters Treaty and opportunities within the Treaty to seek an amicable resolution.
The delegation of the Government of Pakistan also Shared with the Bank their concerns about the recent inauguration of the Kishenganga hydroelectric plant.
Several procedural options for resolving the disagreement over the interpretation of the Treaty’s provisions were discussed. While an agreement on the way forward was not reached at the conclusion of the meetings, the World Bank will continue to work with both countries to resolve the issues in an amicable manner and in line with the Treaty provisions. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/GQy530k8kF5
World Bank Statement on Meetings with Pakistan on the Indus Waters Treaty
World Bank Statement on Meetings with Pakistan on the Indus Waters Treaty
