Kathmandu, Oct. 28 -- Calls to revive the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) are gaining momentum, with several member states expressing renewed interest in reactivating the regional bloc. But tensions between India and Pakistan remain the main obstacle.

During a visit to Pakistan last week, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu called for SAARC to be revived and pledged that his country would play an active role in the process.

Speaking at a joint press conference with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on October 21, Muizzu said regional challenges could be addressed through collective efforts. He stressed the need to rebuild trust, promote meaningful dialogue and strengthen mutual understanding am...