Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch briefed the Islamabad-based diplomatic missions today on the recent developments in Pakistan-India relations.

During the briefing, she apprised the diplomatic corps of the implementation and progress of the ceasefire announced on 10th of this month.

She underscored that, as a goodwill gesture, Pakistan and India exchanged the personnel of Pakistan Rangers and the Indian Border Security Force in each others' custody, yesterday.

Amna Baloch thanked the friendly countries for their constructive role in achieving the ceasefire.

In the context of India's baseless assertions on establishing a "new normal", the Foreign Secretary stressed that the only "normal" in bilateral relations is respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

She emphasized Pakistan's preference for peaceful co-existence, dialogue and diplomacy over conflict and strife.