India Seeks Renegotiation of Indus Waters Treaty
On 18th September, 2024, India issued a notice to Pakistan seeking a review of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), a pact that governs the water-sharing of six rivers in the Indus system between the two countries.
- India cited "fundamental and unforeseen" changes in circumstances, invoking Article XII(3) of the IWT, which allows modifications through a ratified treaty between both nations.
Key Points
- India’s reasons for seeking renegotiation include demographic shifts, environmental issues, and cross-border terrorism.
- Controversy surrounds two hydel projects by India in Jammu & Kashmir—Kishanganga and Ratle—both of which Pakistan alleges violate the treaty.
- Pakistan's request for Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) ....
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