SCO Summit: PM Modi Calls for United Action Against Terrorism

SCO Summit discussions witnessed a strong call from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for collective action against terrorism and its financing.

Addressing the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Modi said the organisation must work together to dismantle the entire ecosystem that supports terrorism.

The Prime Minister stressed that there should be no room for double standards in dealing with terrorism and called for a united international response to the menace.

His remarks come against the backdrop of India's continued emphasis on combating cross-border terrorism and strengthening international cooperation against terrorist networks and their financing.

PM Modi Calls for End to Double Standards on Terrorism

Addressing the leaders at the SCO Summit, Prime Minister Modi said member countries must speak in one voice against terrorism.

He emphasised that the fight against terrorism cannot be effective if countries adopt different standards depending on their interests.

Modi called for the dismantling of not only terrorist organisations but also the wider ecosystem that supports them, including their financing mechanisms.

The Prime Minister's remarks underline India's position that combating terrorism requires sustained international cooperation and coordinated action.

Terror Financing Also Needs to Be Tackled

A major part of Modi's message at the SCO Summit focused on terrorist financing.

He stressed that dismantling terrorism requires action against the financial networks and support systems that allow terrorist activities to continue.

According to the Prime Minister, international efforts should therefore extend beyond targeting individual terrorist groups and address the broader ecosystem that enables terrorism.

The call for action against terror financing has been a consistent part of India's international diplomatic position.

Modi Advocates Dialogue and Diplomacy

The Prime Minister also addressed the issue of wars and conflicts around the world.

At the SCO Summit, Modi said conflicts cannot be resolved on battlefields and stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy.

He maintained that countries should pursue peaceful means to resolve disputes and conflicts rather than relying on military confrontation.

India, he said, supports efforts aimed at finding solutions through dialogue and diplomatic engagement.

The message reflects India's emphasis on peaceful resolution of international disputes while maintaining its position on issues concerning national security and terrorism.