
But none of these problems is impossible to overcome. As Indian and Pakistani negotiators grapple with these challenges, the political classes in New Delhi and Islamabad must react with a little more empathy than before. For this is no ordinary moment between India and Pakistan. For the first time since 1962-63, India and Pakistan are in the thick of a rare and purposeful negotiation on the Kashmir question. We must all wish them luck and promise to do no harm.