In June, China blocked the designation of Mumbai attacks accused Sajid Mir as a “global terrorist”. Modi urged the SCO to give up “double standards” in dealing with terrorism. He called for decisive action to deal with Described terrorism as the main threat to global and regional peace. “Irrespective of its form or manifestation, we must be united in our fight against terror,” Modi said. “We also need to enhance mutual cooperation to combat terror financing,” he said. said that the SCO is focusing on improving connectivity and such initiatives can boost trade and mutual trust, but reiterated India’s position that the sovereignty and integrity of all member-states should be respected in pursuing these efforts. Must be respected.
PM talks on Ukraine war, Afghanistan situation in SCO address
Chairing Tuesday’s SCO Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi It was underlined that combating terrorism was one of the central goals of the SCO. “We must also take proactive steps to prevent the spread of radicalization among our youth,” the PM said. He said a separate joint statement issued after the summit on radicalism is a symbol of the SCO’s shared commitment. As in previous summits, the main joint statement or the New Delhi Declaration also mentioned terrorism extensively.
Later speaking at the summit, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif referred to the Jammu and Kashmir issue by talking about “occupied” people and minority rights, but without naming India.
The SCO charter does not allow discussion on bilateral issues. While condemning terrorism, Modi did not even name Pakistan or China.
According to Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra, Modi underlined in the meeting that combating terrorism is one of the central goals of the SCO.
“We should also take proactive steps to prevent the spread of radicalization among our youth,” Modi said, adding that a separate joint statement issued after the summit on radicalism is a symbol of the SCO’s shared commitment. As in previous summits, there was a detailed mention of terrorism in the main joint statement or New Delhi Declaration.
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Modi also referred to the Ukraine conflict, albeit only briefly, saying that in a world beset by conflicts, tensions and pandemics, the food, fuel and fertilizer crisis is a significant challenge for all countries.
In his remarks, Modi also focused on the situation in Afghanistan as the member-states emphasized that the situation in Afghanistan is one of the most important factors in maintaining and strengthening security and stability in the SCO region. “quickest solution”. Situation in Afghanistan We must come together to strive for the betterment of the people of Afghanistan. humanitarian assistance to Afghan civilians; formation of an inclusive government; the fight against terrorism and drug trafficking; And ensuring the rights of women, children and minorities are our shared priorities,” he said. ”It is critical that Afghanistan’s territory is not used to destabilize neighboring countries or encourage extremist ideology.” ‘
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The PM also congratulated Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi as Iran was formally inducted as the ninth member-state of the Eurasian grouping, which also signed a memorandum of obligation for the membership of Belarus.
Endorsing proposals for reform and modernization within the SCO, Modi said his government would be happy to share India’s AI-based language platform, Bhashini, with all to remove language barriers within the SCO.
“It can serve as an example of digital technology for inclusive development,” he said, adding that the SCO can also become an important voice for reforming global institutions, including the United Nations.
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