New Delhi/Beijing, Sept 1 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit has taken a crucial diplomatic turn. In a significant outcome, the SCO has issued a strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack, a move that came after India’s firm intervention led by PM Modi.
The statement marks one of the rare occasions where SCO members collectively acknowledged an attack in Jammu & Kashmir, highlighting the growing global recognition of India’s concerns on cross-border terrorism.
India’s Firm Stand at SCO
According to officials, PM Modi, during his closed-door discussions, underlined that terrorism cannot be justified under any circumstances. He urged member nations to adopt a “zero-tolerance approach towards terror networks” that threaten regional peace and stability.
“The Pahalgam attack was not just an assault on India but an attack on humanity. We cannot allow safe havens for terrorists to exist,” PM Modi reportedly stressed at the summit.
Why This Matters
The Pahalgam terror attack, which recently shook the Valley, claimed several innocent lives and raised fresh questions about the role of international networks in fuelling violence. India’s diplomatic nudge ensured that the issue was not sidelined at the SCO platform.
This also reflects New Delhi’s strategy of using multilateral forums like the SCO to corner countries that tacitly support or shield terror activities.
Global Backing on Terror Issue
The SCO resolution is being seen as a diplomatic win for India, which has consistently called out terrorism at forums such as the United Nations and the G20. With China hosting the summit, the strong-worded statement also signals a shift in regional consensus on addressing security threats.
What’s Next?
PM Modi is expected to hold bilateral talks with several leaders on the sidelines of the SCO, where discussions on trade, technology, and security cooperation will continue. However, the focus will remain on how the bloc translates this condemnation into actionable measures against terror financing and safe havens.
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