At the 23rd Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the pressing challenges of terrorism, extremism, and separatism, describing them as the "three evils" hindering trade, travel, and people-to-people relations.
Speaking at the meeting chaired by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Jaishankar indirectly pointed to Pakistan, stressing that cross-border activities characterized by these evils do not foster progress in trade, energy, and connectivity.
Jaishankar also took a subtle jab at China's Belt and Road Initiative, urging that cooperation be founded on mutual respect, sovereign equality, and recognition of territorial integrity. He emphasised the need for genuine partnerships and warned against unilateral agendas, particularly in areas like connectivity and transit.
"We all realize that the world is moving towards multi-polarity. Globalization and rebalancing are realities that cannot be denied," Jaishankar said. He highlighted the opportunities these trends present for trade, investment, and energy flows but stressed that cooperation must be based on respect for sovereignty.
Jaishankar called for a firm commitment to the SCO Charter, underlining that development and growth require peace and stability. He reiterated that countering terrorism, extremism, and separatism is essential for regional progress and mutual benefits.
"If trust is lacking or cooperation inadequate, if friendship has fallen short and good neighbourliness is missing somewhere, there are surely reasons to introspect and causes to address," Jaishankar remarked, stressing the need for honest dialogue between nations.
The meeting provided a platform for discussions on industrial cooperation, MSME collaboration, and environmental protection. Jaishankar noted that collective efforts in these areas could lead to significant advancements, particularly in logistics, energy, health, and climate action.
Pakistan had assumed the rotating chair of the SCO CHG for 2023-24 during the previous meeting in Bishkek. Visuals from the state-run Pakistan Television showed Jaishankar exchanging a handshake with PM Sharif, marking a notable diplomatic engagement amid regional tensions.
(With inputs from PTI)
Speaking at the meeting chaired by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Jaishankar indirectly pointed to Pakistan, stressing that cross-border activities characterized by these evils do not foster progress in trade, energy, and connectivity.
Jaishankar also took a subtle jab at China's Belt and Road Initiative, urging that cooperation be founded on mutual respect, sovereign equality, and recognition of territorial integrity. He emphasised the need for genuine partnerships and warned against unilateral agendas, particularly in areas like connectivity and transit.
"We all realize that the world is moving towards multi-polarity. Globalization and rebalancing are realities that cannot be denied," Jaishankar said. He highlighted the opportunities these trends present for trade, investment, and energy flows but stressed that cooperation must be based on respect for sovereignty.
Jaishankar called for a firm commitment to the SCO Charter, underlining that development and growth require peace and stability. He reiterated that countering terrorism, extremism, and separatism is essential for regional progress and mutual benefits.
"If trust is lacking or cooperation inadequate, if friendship has fallen short and good neighbourliness is missing somewhere, there are surely reasons to introspect and causes to address," Jaishankar remarked, stressing the need for honest dialogue between nations.
The meeting provided a platform for discussions on industrial cooperation, MSME collaboration, and environmental protection. Jaishankar noted that collective efforts in these areas could lead to significant advancements, particularly in logistics, energy, health, and climate action.
Pakistan had assumed the rotating chair of the SCO CHG for 2023-24 during the previous meeting in Bishkek. Visuals from the state-run Pakistan Television showed Jaishankar exchanging a handshake with PM Sharif, marking a notable diplomatic engagement amid regional tensions.
(With inputs from PTI)
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