Srinagar, Mar 3 (UNI) National Conference (NC) Vice-President Omar Abdullah on Wednesday welcomed the renewed bilateral engagement between India and Pakistan after a long hiatus, saying the changed understanding of both the neighboring countries with respect to Jammu and Kashmir will act as forerunner of peace and prosperity in the region.
Commenting on a series of initiatives being taken by the government, Mr Abdullah, a former chief minister, said the renewed outlook of both the countries give an inkling of a changed mind set towards Jammu and Kashmir.