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J&K CM Omar Abdullah set for talks with US ambassador Sergio Gor, rules out discussing internal issues

Omar Abdullah plans to meet US Ambassador Sergio Gor to discuss J&K, saying Kashmir’s internal issues should be resolved by the Centre.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah set for talks with US ambassador Sergio Gor, rules out discussing internal issues

Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is scheduled to meet with US Ambassador Sergio Gor on Wednesday. The talks will focus on the region's situation, but Abdullah has ruled out discussing internal matters with Gor. The ambassador's visit is rare, marking a long time since a US envoy has been in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah expressed willingness to listen to the ambassador, who has come to both share and listen.

The chief minister emphasized that the region's issues are not under US jurisdiction, as they will be resolved by the central government. Abdullah stated that it would be inappropriate to voice complaints to the ambassador, as the solution to the problems lies with the central government.

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