India, Pak for border demarcation in Sir Creek

The two sides agreed that early resolution of the issue would be in the interest of both the countries.

India and Pakistan on Saturday "elaborated" upon their respective positions on demarcation of the international boundary in the Sir Creek area, a marshy land in Rann of Kutch, and agreed that early resolution of the issue would be in the interest of both countries.

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"The talks were held in a frank and friendly atmosphere. The two sides elaborated upon their respective positions and had a detailed and useful exchange of views on the various issues involved," a joint press statement, released at the end of the two-day talks in New Delhi, said.

"It was agreed that early resolution of the issue would be in the interest of both countries. The two sides agreed to continue the discussions," it said.

The Indian delegation to the talks was led by Prithvish Nag, Surveyor General of India and the Pakistan side was headed by Rear Admiral Ahsan ul Haq Chaudhry.

Furthering the composite dialogue process, Union Home Secretary Dhirendra Singh will leave for Pakistan on August 9 for two-day talks on combating terrorism and dealing with the menace of narcotic trade and growing drug cartels.

Singh will be accompanied by a delegation of officials from Home Ministry and Narcotics department.

During the parleys beginning August 10 he is expected to convey India's concern over cross-border terrorism and infiltration as also infrastructural facilities being given to terrorist groups in Pakistan, official sources said.