Jaishankar on countering cross-border terrorism, here are top 10 points

Advocating the necessity to counter cross-border terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that India grappled with this issue since its independence, taking a pointed jab at Pakistan. Jaishankar underlined the 26/11 terrorist attacks in Mumbai by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as a pivotal moment for terrorism in India.

EAM Jaishankar on countering Terrorism: Top 10 points

1. Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister, spoke about terrorism as a longstanding challenge for India during the 3rd convocation of Rashtriya Raksha University in Lavad, Gandhinagar.
2. He emphasized India's commitment to delegitimising and counter-terrorism, stating that the mission remains unrelenting.
3. Jaishankar highlighted the evolving dynamics of terrorism influenced by technological advancements.
4. The External Affairs Minister mentioned the multifaceted nature of counterterrorism efforts, addressing challenges to capabilities and imagination.
5. He expressed India's interest in contributing to the security of others, both in the immediate neighbourhood and on a broader scale.
6. Counterterrorism efforts could extend beyond traditional security measures to encompass financial, health, and energy assistance, particularly for the Global South.
7. Jaishankar pointed out that terrorism started at the moment of India's independence when raiders came from across Pakistan.
8. He identified the Mumbai 26/11 attacks as a tipping point, emphasizing the need for a robust response to cross-border terrorism.
9. Jaishankar rejected the notion of turning the other cheek and emphasized the importance of responding and imposing a cost on those practising cross-border terrorism.
10. India's relations with Pakistan have been strained, with India consistently raising concerns about Pakistan's support for cross-border terrorism and asserting that terror and talks cannot go together.