India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen on July 1, as per the 2008 Agreement on Consular Access.

India and Pakistan exchanged lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in each other's custody on July 1, as per the bilateral Agreement on Consular Access 2008. India called for expedited release and repatriation of 185 Indian fishermen and civilian prisoners from Pakistan's custody. Since 2014, 2,639 Indian fishermen and 71 civilian prisoners have been repatriated from Pakistan as a result of New Delhi's efforts.

July 01, 2024
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