New Delhi, March 12 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday rejected Pakistan's statement on the India-Canada nuclear cooperation agreement, asserting that India's credentials on non-proliferation are impeccable.

During a press briefing held in the national capital, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the statement by Pakistan is baseless. He emphasised that India's commitment to non-proliferation is well-recognised globally, while Pakistan, with its documented history of clandestine nuclear proliferation, lacks credibility in commenting on export controls or proliferation risks.

"We reject this statement made by Pakistan on the matter. India's credentials regarding non-proliferation are impeccable and well recognised by...