What happened
Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that it has urged India to strictly observe international law and bilateral agreements.
The ministry said the agreements it cited include those aimed at preventing accidents at sea.
The statement was reported by Chinese financial news outlets.
Why it matters
The appeal points to maritime incident-prevention arrangements as a focus of Pakistan-India tensions, suggesting concerns about avoiding unintended encounters at sea.
By framing the request around international law and existing bilateral agreements, Pakistan appears to be pressing for adherence to established rules rather than proposing new ones.
Key facts
Pakistan's foreign ministry said it urged India to strictly observe international law and bilateral agreements.
The agreements mentioned include those related to preventing maritime accidents.
The statement was carried by Chinese financial news media.
What to watch next
Whether India responds publicly to Pakistan's appeal.
Whether the two sides take any steps related to maritime incident-prevention arrangements.
