MEA urges responsible nations to reflect on supporting terrorist infrastructure, citing China's aid to Pakistan
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urged "responsible nations" to reflect on the implications of supporting terrorist infrastructure, following reports that China provided "on-site" technical support to the Pakistan Air Force during "Operation Sindoor." MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated these reports corroborate India's existing knowledge. Operation Sindoor, which occurred from May 7-10, 2025, was a targeted response to terrorist attacks in Pahalgam. The MEA's statement implicitly criticizes China's actions, emphasizing that such support affects a nation's reputation and standing.
Key Points
- India's MEA called on "responsible nations" to consider the impact of supporting terrorist infrastructure.
- The statement followed reports of China providing technical support to Pakistan Air Force during "Operation Sindoor."
- MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that these reports corroborate India's prior knowledge.
- "Operation Sindoor" (May 7-10, 2025) was India's response to terrorist attacks in Pahalgam.
- The MEA's remarks implicitly criticize China's support for Pakistan, linking it to national reputation.
Exam Facts
- MEA spokesperson: Randhir Jaiswal.
- "Operation Sindoor" dates: May 7-10, 2025.
- Chinese entity mentioned: Aviation Industry Corporation of China's (AVIC) Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute.
- Pakistan Air Force operates Chinese-made J-10CE jets.
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