India meanwhile dismisses the rulingLast updated: August 31, 2026 | 18:471 MIN READPakistan welcomed on Monday a decision by an international tribunal that a landmark water-sharing treaty remained in force, despite India's suspension of its participation.ShutterstockPakistan welcomed on Monday a decision by an international tribunal that a landmark water-sharing treaty remained in force, despite India's suspension of its participation."Pakistan welcomes this finding by the Court that interim measures are warranted," the government said in a statement following the decision by the Court of Arbitration in The Hague requiring India to pause work on a dam project.Meanwhile, the Indian foreign ministry said in a statement: "India categorically rejects its so-called award, just as it has firmly rejected all prior pronouncements by this illegally constituted body. India's decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance remains in force."Get Updates on Topics You ChooseUp Next
Pakistan says welcomes Hague decision on water sharing treaty with India
Pakistan hails Hague tribunal ruling keeping Indus Waters Treaty in force, as India rejects award and defends suspension over disputed dam project.
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