Nearly 40,000 of India's half million troops in disputed Kashmir will be withdrawn to boost peace talks with rival Pakistan, a news report said yesterday.
The report came four days after Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ordered a reduction of troops in the Indian-controlled portion of Kashmir starting this winter and ending in March, though he did not disclose how many forces would be cut.
Kashmir is a flashpoint for hostilities between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan. They have fought two wars over the region, which is divided between them, but claimed by both in its entirety. A reduction in troop numbers would be a significant step toward reducing tension.
http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/world/archives/2004/11/16/2003211282
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