Pakistan, Nov. 12 -- Federal Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday stressed that adherence to international law, treaties and established global norms was essential for lasting peace in South Asia, urging Pakistan and India to resolve their disputes through dialogue and mechanisms provided by the United Nations rather than the use of force. Delivering the keynote address at the Margalla Dialogue, the minister said the shared history, geography and sensitivities of the two countries made it imperative to pursue peaceful solutions through international agreements and multilateral institutions.

Referring to the recent escalation, Senator Tarar said Pakistan had offered to facilitate an independent investigation...