"Both the leaders expressed the desire for continuation of dialogue to resolve all issues, including Jammu and Kashmir,'' and "reiterated their strong desire' to develop commercial and economic ties," Khan said."They expressed their strong desire for peace and harmony in the region as well as development of economic and commercial ties between Pakistan and India."
President Musharraf congratulated Prime Minister Singh and also conveyed his greetings to Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The telephone conversation came soon New Delhi announced the postponement of talks on nuclear confidence building measures scheduled for May 25-26.