Indian media has claimed that backchannel diplomacy has taken place between Pakistan and India following the May 2025 conflict. The reports suggest informal engagements involving former diplomats, politicians, and experts from both sides. The development is significant as it indicates possible communication despite strained official ties.
According to an Indian newspaper, at least four Track Two meetings have been held since the war. These meetings reportedly included experts and retired officials from both countries. Moreover, a British think tank is said to have facilitated some of these discussions.
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The report claims the first informal meeting took place two months after the May 2025 conflict. It added that early discussions were tense and cautious in tone. Additionally, later rounds reportedly showed more restrained and constructive engagement.
The fourth round of talks is said to have been held in Doha in February this year. However, the report did not provide official confirmation from either government. Furthermore, details of participants and agenda remain largely undisclosed.
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Following the four-day clashes in May 2025, formal communication channels between Pakistan and India reportedly remained limited. Analysts say Track Two diplomacy often continues quietly during periods of heightened tension. However, official diplomatic relations between the two countries remain constrained.