India to push for stronger anti-terrorism commitments at SCO summit in China
China, chairing the SCO this year, states the Tianjin Declaration will promote multilateralism and regional stability. India aims to secure stronger commitments for anti-terrorism efforts and regional stability at the summit. India had previously declined to endorse a joint statement at an SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in June, advocating for tougher language against terrorism. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also urged the SCO not to compromise on terrorism. PM Modi will leave on Monday, while other leaders might stay for a military parade commemorating China's victory against Japanese aggression in WWII.
Key Points
- The Tianjin Declaration, under China's SCO chairmanship, will focus on multilateralism and regional stability.
- India seeks stronger commitments on anti-terrorism and regional stability at the SCO summit.
- India previously refused to endorse a joint statement at an SCO Defence Ministers' meeting, demanding tougher anti-terrorism language.
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has consistently urged the SCO not to compromise on terrorism.
Exam Facts
- China is chairing the SCO this year.
- The Tianjin Declaration is expected to include new measures.
- India declined to endorse a joint statement at an SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in June.
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's stance on terrorism at SCO in July.
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