Rajnath Singh urges unified SCO approach against terrorism, extremism, and radicalism
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in Bishkek, emphasized that terrorism remains the most serious threat to global peace. He called for a unified and consistent approach to eliminate terrorism, extremism, and radicalism, stressing that terrorism has no nationality or theology and cannot be justified. Singh highlighted the importance of credibility and rejecting double standards, particularly concerning state-sponsored cross-border terrorism. He also invoked the philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family) and called for an "orderly world" defined by peace and prosperity, urging SCO members to prioritize diplomacy over conflict.
Key Points
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh advocated for a unified and consistent approach by SCO members to combat terrorism, extremism, and radicalism.
- He asserted that terrorism is a global threat that cannot be justified under any circumstances and has no nationality.
- Singh stressed the need for SCO members to maintain consistency and reject double standards, especially regarding state-sponsored cross-border terrorism.
- He called for an "orderly world" based on dignity, respect, and peaceful coexistence, prioritizing diplomacy over conflict.
- The Minister highlighted the role of SCO's Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure in countering radicalisation.
Exam Facts
- Defence Minister: Rajnath Singh.
- Meeting location: Bishkek (SCO Defence Ministers' meeting).
- Operation Sindoor: India's demonstration against terrorism epicentres.
- Philosophy invoked: 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family).
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