After PM Modi's warning at SCO summit, Pak's Shehbaz Sharif slams use of terrorism for 'diplomatic point-scoring'
1 year, 8 months ago

After PM Modi's warning at SCO summit, Pak's Shehbaz Sharif slams use of terrorism for 'diplomatic point-scoring'

Hindustan Times  

Shortly after prime minister Narendra Modi's pointed message at the 23rd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation - at which he called out countries that 'use cross-border terrorism as an instrument… and give shelter to terrorists' - Pakistan's Shehbaz Sharif warned against the use of terrorism as a 'bat for diplomatic point-swearing'. FILE PHOTO: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks during the COP27 climate summit in Egypt's Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt November 8, 2022. Sharif's remarks came after Modi labelled terrorism a 'threat to regional and global peace' and urged SCO leaders to not shy away from taking to task those countries that offer support of any kind. "Some countries use cross-border terrorism as an instrument of their policies and give shelter to terrorists.

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Terrorism fight still SCO's remit
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Terrorism fight still SCO's remit

China Daily  

The emblem unveiled for China's tenure as the rotating presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization for 2024-25. This allows SCO member states such as China and Pakistan to play an important role within the organization to combat the "three evils", particularly through the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, which is central to the SCO's counterterrorism strategy. With regard to counterterrorism, Pakistan's geographical …

Terrorism fight still SCO's remit
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Terrorism fight still SCO's remit

China Daily  

The emblem unveiled for China's tenure as the rotating presidency of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization for 2024-25. This allows SCO member states such as China and Pakistan to play an important role within the organization to combat the "three evils", particularly through the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, which is central to the SCO's counterterrorism strategy. With regard to counterterrorism, Pakistan's geographical …

Small Signs of an India-Pakistan Thaw Emerge at Islamabad SCO Summit
4 months ago

Small Signs of an India-Pakistan Thaw Emerge at Islamabad SCO Summit

The Diplomat  

The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization Heads of Government Summit hosted by Pakistan on October 15-16 held significant stakes for Islamabad. In the lead-up to the summit, Islamabad experienced unrest as supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party marched on the capital demanding the release of their leader, former Prime Minister Imran Khan, from prison. Furthermore, the arrival of a significant Russian …

Pakistan desires peaceful relations with all its neighbours, says Shehbaz Sharif
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan desires peaceful relations with all its neighbours, says Shehbaz Sharif

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said his country wanted peaceful relations with all neighbours and that progress and peace are "intertwined". At the event, Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir said the country would "not allow political differences to turn into hatred" and asserted that the strong relations between the army and the public would act as the …

Pakistan invites PM Narendra Modi to attend SCO meeting in Islamabad in October
7 months ago

Pakistan invites PM Narendra Modi to attend SCO meeting in Islamabad in October

New Indian Express  

AUGUST: Pakistan on Thursday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's Council of Heads of Government meeting to be held here in October. Pakistan holds the rotating chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Council of Heads of Government and in that capacity, will be hosting the two-day in-person SCO Heads of Governments Meeting in October. An invitation …

Will PM Modi go to Pakistan? Islamabad extends invite to SCO meeting amid strained ties
7 months ago

Will PM Modi go to Pakistan? Islamabad extends invite to SCO meeting amid strained ties

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan has officially extended an invite to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting scheduled in Islamabad in October, according to the Foreign Office spokesperson on Thursday. When asked about ties with India, Baloch said, “Pakistan does not have direct bilateral trade with India.” India-Pakistan tensions Islamabad and New Delhi have a long history of strained …

PM Modi gets invitation from Pakistan to attend SCO Summit amid strained relations between two nations
7 months ago

PM Modi gets invitation from Pakistan to attend SCO Summit amid strained relations between two nations

India TV News  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an invitation from Pakistan for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit which is scheduled for October this year, Times of India reported. India has consistently refrained from endorsing China's Belt and Road Initiative in SCO joint statements and rejected a proposed long-term economic strategy at last year’s virtual summit hosted by PM …

At SCO Summit, PM Modi’s speech takes a veiled swipe at China, Pakistan
8 months, 3 weeks ago

At SCO Summit, PM Modi’s speech takes a veiled swipe at China, Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation should address issues such as respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity and non-discriminatory trade rights in the context of connectivity projects, India said on Thursday in a thinly veiled swipe at China. External affairs minister S Jaishankar delivering India's statement at the Summit of SCO Council of Heads of States on behalf of PM …

SCO Summit: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's schooling on terrorism backfires after India's Jaishankar steps in
8 months, 3 weeks ago

SCO Summit: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's schooling on terrorism backfires after India's Jaishankar steps in

India TV News  

Astana: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday raised the issue of terrorism as a major concern for member states at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and called for “meaningful” engagement with the Afghan Taliban government. Sharif also said the Afghan Taliban must also “take concrete measures” to ensure its soil is not used for terrorism against any other state. Shehbaz …

How SCO can overcome its internal divisions and fulfil its role in maintaining regional stability
8 months, 3 weeks ago

How SCO can overcome its internal divisions and fulfil its role in maintaining regional stability

Firstpost  

As the SCO expands its agenda and welcomes new members, deep-seated contradictions threaten its efficacy. This year’s summit unfolds amidst heightened global disruptions, aiming to address a range of critical issues, from rising security tensions and mounting protectionism to intensifying competition in high-tech space. Under India’s presidency last year, the theme was aptly advanced and crafted by PM Modi as …

At SCO, Modi hits out at nations that push terror
1 year, 8 months ago

At SCO, Modi hits out at nations that push terror

Hindustan Times  

In a veiled swipe against Pakistan and China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday pushed back against double standards in the fight against terror and said the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation shouldn’t hesitate in criticising countries that use cross-border terrorism as an instrument of policy. India backs proposals for reforming and modernising the SCO, Modi said, adding that Iran’s inclusion as …

SCO shouldn’t hesitate in criticising nations supporting terrorism: PM Modi
1 year, 8 months ago

SCO shouldn’t hesitate in criticising nations supporting terrorism: PM Modi

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: In a veiled swipe against Pakistan and China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday pushed back against double standards in the fight against terror and said the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation shouldn’t hesitate in criticising countries that use cross-border terrorism as an instrument of policy. India backs proposals for reforming and modernising the SCO, Modi said, adding that Iran’s …

At SCO Summit, PM Modi says ‘some countries’ are terror havens as Pakistan's Sharif looks on
1 year, 8 months ago

At SCO Summit, PM Modi says ‘some countries’ are terror havens as Pakistan's Sharif looks on

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said some countries use cross-border terrorism and give safe haven to terrorists, and urged the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation countries to condemn it. PM Narendra Modi at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit "Terrorism is a threat to regional and global peace. There should be no double standards on terrorism," Modi said at the SCO Summit, …

SCO Summit 2023: Terrorism is threat to regional and global peace, says PM Modi
1 year, 8 months ago

SCO Summit 2023: Terrorism is threat to regional and global peace, says PM Modi

India TV News  

SCO Summit: India hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in the virtual format today. The acronym "SECURE," coined by Prime Minister Modi at the 2018 SCO Qingdao Summit, inspired India's SCO chairship theme. Addressing the summit, PM Modi said India has established five pillars of cooperation within the SCO: Startup and innovation, traditional medicine, youth empowerment, digital inclusion, and shared …

PM Modi's veiled attack on China, Pakistan over cross-border terrorism at SCO meet 2023: Why is it important?
1 year, 8 months ago

PM Modi's veiled attack on China, Pakistan over cross-border terrorism at SCO meet 2023: Why is it important?

India TV News  

PM Modi at SCO 2023: At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting hosted by India on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a veiled jibe at Pakistan and China by asserting that the eight-member bloc should condemn the use of cross-border terrorism. "Some countries use cross-border terrorism as an instrument of their policies and give shelter to terrorists," Prime Minister Modi …

SCO Summit 2023: PM Modi to Host Putin, Jinping, Pakistan's Sharif Virtually Today
1 year, 8 months ago

SCO Summit 2023: PM Modi to Host Putin, Jinping, Pakistan's Sharif Virtually Today

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host Russian President Vladimir Putin, China’s Xi Jinping, Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif and other leaders at the virtual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit on Tuesday. The SCO summit under India’s presidency will focus on regional security and boosting connectivity and trade among the member nations. This year’s SCO summit, will be Putin’s first participation in …

At SCO summit, India, Pakistan squabble over Kashmir, ‘terrorism’
1 year, 10 months ago

At SCO summit, India, Pakistan squabble over Kashmir, ‘terrorism’

Al Jazeera  

Analysts say leaders from South Asian rival countries were ‘more worried about internal politics than foreign policy’. During his visit to India for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari urged member nations to avoid using “terrorism” as a diplomatic instrument. India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar took strong exception to Bhutto Zardari’s statement, calling him the …

Jaishankar Talks Of SCO Tackling ‘Menace Of Terrorism’ As Pakistan Foreign Minister Looks On
1 year, 10 months ago

Jaishankar Talks Of SCO Tackling ‘Menace Of Terrorism’ As Pakistan Foreign Minister Looks On

ABP News  

Benaulim, Goa: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said the “menace” of terrorism continues to remain a threat for countries and that cross-border terrorism has to stop as Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari looked on. A few minutes before making this statement, Jaishankar greeted all the Foreign Ministers of SCO member countries, including that of Pakistan, with a …

'No Justification': Jaishankar Talks Tough on Terrorism at SCO Summit; Pak FM Also in Attendance
1 year, 10 months ago

'No Justification': Jaishankar Talks Tough on Terrorism at SCO Summit; Pak FM Also in Attendance

News 18  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday stressed there can be no justification for terrorism and it must be stopped in all its forms and manifestations including cross-border terrorism. Jaishankar, while speaking at the Shanghai Organisation Corporation summit in Goa, said combating terrorism is one of the original mandates of the SCO. Combating terrorism is one of the original mandates …

After Jaishankar tough talk on terrorism, Bilawal Bhutto says, 'Let’s not get caught up in weaponising..."
1 year, 10 months ago

After Jaishankar tough talk on terrorism, Bilawal Bhutto says, 'Let’s not get caught up in weaponising..."

India TV News  

Following External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar tough talks on terrorism, Pakistan minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari who is in Goa to attend Shanghai Cooperation Organisation reiterated his nation's commitment to maintaining international peace and harmony. In response, the Pakistan minister said, "Let’s not get caught up in weaponising terrorism for diplomatic point scoring". In his statement at SCO CFM reiterated Pakistan's commitment …

Work in unison to tackle terror threats: Rajnath at SCO
1 year, 11 months ago

Work in unison to tackle terror threats: Rajnath at SCO

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Defence minister Rajnath Singh called upon the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states to collectively work to eliminate terrorism in all forms and hold those who aid or fund such activities accountable, in a veiled dig at Pakistan, on Friday. Addressing the defence ministers of SCO member nations in New Delhi, Singh asserted that any terrorist act or its …

SCO Defence Ministers' Meet Under India's Presidency Reach Consensus On Fighting Terrorism
1 year, 11 months ago

SCO Defence Ministers' Meet Under India's Presidency Reach Consensus On Fighting Terrorism

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Defence Ministers’ Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Friday agreed to eliminate terrorism from the region and begin a “new journey” of development that will be acceptable to all even as they will together fight the scourge of terrorism in making the region of South and Central Asia “secure, peaceful and prosperous.” For the first time since …

SCO meet: Rajnath Singh highlights ’terrorism’ while Pakistan joins virtually
1 year, 11 months ago

SCO meet: Rajnath Singh highlights ’terrorism’ while Pakistan joins virtually

Live Mint  

The Pakistani defence minister Khawaja Asif was supposed to attend the SCO defence ministers' meeting virtually. As reported by ANI, During the meeting, Rajnath Singh, India's defence minister, emphasized the importance of combating terrorism collectively. Terror groups are using new methods like social media and crowdfunding,” said Singh at the SCO defence ministers' meeting. New Delhi recently hosted a meeting …

’We do not have final decisions,’ Pakistan on joining SCO meeting in India
2 years ago

’We do not have final decisions,’ Pakistan on joining SCO meeting in India

Live Mint  

Pakistan on Thursday said that it has yet not decided upon attending a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Goa starting on May, 2023. India has invited Pakistan's foreign minister to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting scheduled to take place on May 4-5, 2023 in Goa. Using its right to reply, India's representative Seema Pujani slammed her Pakistani counterpart …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif renews pledge to eradicate terrorism from Pakistan
2 years, 3 months ago

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif renews pledge to eradicate terrorism from Pakistan

Firstpost  

PM Sharif said that a meeting of the National Security Committee would be summoned in a few days to take stock of the security situation Islamabad: As Pakistan reels from multiple incidents of terrorism, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his vow to eradicate the menace amid criticism from ousted premier Imran Khan on the government’s “failure” to curb militancy …

SCO Summit: Group focused on practical cooperation to deal with terrorism, says Vinay Kwatra
2 years, 6 months ago

SCO Summit: Group focused on practical cooperation to deal with terrorism, says Vinay Kwatra

Firstpost  

The foreign secretary at a media briefing on Thursday said, there is a ‘deep held’ understanding in the grouping about the nature of menace and the source of the problem, in an oblique reference to Pakistan New Delhi: With the SCO summit set to discuss various regional security challenges including terrorism, India on Thursday said there is a “deeply held” …

SCO summit 2022: PM Modi likely to meet Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif in Uzbekistan
2 years, 6 months ago

SCO summit 2022: PM Modi likely to meet Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif in Uzbekistan

India TV News  

Highlights PM Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif are likely to have a meeting They are likely to meet during SCO summit which is scheduled to be held on Sept 15-16 at Samarkand If it materialises, then this would be the first meeting between the two leaders SCO summit 2022 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani …

PM Modi talks about dangers of radicalisation in his SCO summit speech
3 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi talks about dangers of radicalisation in his SCO summit speech

Op India  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 21st meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation today. Leading the Indian delegation, PM Modi addressed the plenary session of the SCO Summit via video link, while External Affairs minister Dr. S Jaishankar is representing the country at the meeting being held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Saying that the Central Asia region has been a pillar …

Chinese Premier Calls for Strengthening Counter-terrorism Cooperation Among SCO Members
4 years, 3 months ago

Chinese Premier Calls for Strengthening Counter-terrorism Cooperation Among SCO Members

News 18  

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Monday made a strong pitch for greater counter-terrorism cooperation among the SCO countries to foster a secure and stable environment for development. In his address at the virtual meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation hosted by India, Li said members of the SCO grouping should actively foster a …

Pakistan Condemns Terrorism, Cautions Against Rise in Extremist and Racist Incidents at SCO Meet
4 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan Condemns Terrorism, Cautions Against Rise in Extremist and Racist Incidents at SCO Meet

News 18  

Pakistan on Monday condemned terrorism in all its forms and cautioned against the recent rise in extremist and racist incidents, inspired by neo-Nazism and Islamophobia, during a high-level virtual meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation hosted by India. “Condemning terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including State terrorism inflicted upon people living under foreign occupation in disputed territories, the …

At SCO meet, PM Modi says hold those promoting terrorism accountable
5 years, 9 months ago

At SCO meet, PM Modi says hold those promoting terrorism accountable

Live Mint  

India on Friday warned that terrorism could singe people and countries anywhere and at any time, as it urged nations to shed their narrow perspectives and hold those responsible accountable. Though he did not mention Pakistan by name—SCO rules do not permit member nations to flag bilateral issues or disputes—it was clear whom Modi meant when he said: “Countries that …

SCO Summit: Modi takes thinly-veiled jibe on Pakistan, says countries sponsoring terrorism must be held accountable
5 years, 9 months ago

SCO Summit: Modi takes thinly-veiled jibe on Pakistan, says countries sponsoring terrorism must be held accountable

Firstpost  

In a veiled attack on Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that countries sponsoring, aiding and funding terrorism must be held accountable as he called for a global conference to combat the menace. Bishkek: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday lashed out at countries “sponsoring, aiding and funding” terrorism and told top leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation …

SCO Summit: In meeting with Xi Jinping, PM Modi's stern warning to China's 'all-weather friend'
5 years, 9 months ago

SCO Summit: In meeting with Xi Jinping, PM Modi's stern warning to China's 'all-weather friend'

India TV News  

The issue of terrorism did feature at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek on Thursday. The prime minister said India had made efforts to build cordial relations with Pakistan but those were "derailed", Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale told media persons after the meeting between Modi and Xi on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. The clear message given by …

SCO council meet: Terrorism remains most overwhelming threat to development, says Sushma Swaraj
6 years, 5 months ago

SCO council meet: Terrorism remains most overwhelming threat to development, says Sushma Swaraj

India TV News  

SCO council meet: Terrorism remains most overwhelming threat to development, says Sushma Swaraj Swaraj was in Tajikistan's capital to attend a two-day conclave of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation 's Council of Heads of Government. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Friday said that terrorism still remains the most overwhelming threat to development and prosperity, and further called on SCO members …

SCO summit 2018: Narendra Modi and Pakistan president Mamnoon Hussain shake hands, chat briefly
6 years, 9 months ago

SCO summit 2018: Narendra Modi and Pakistan president Mamnoon Hussain shake hands, chat briefly

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shook hands with Pakistan’s President Mamnoon Hussain and had a brief chat with him at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani president Mamnoon Hussain on Sunday were seen exchanging pleasantries in Qingdao after the signing of agreements between the member nations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Modi and Hussain were among …

Without taking name, Sushma Swaraj slams Pakistan at SCO meet for providing safe havens to terror groups
6 years, 11 months ago

Without taking name, Sushma Swaraj slams Pakistan at SCO meet for providing safe havens to terror groups

India TV News  

In a veiled attack on Pakistan, India’s External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Tuesday said that terrorism is an enemy of the human basic rights and the fight against it should also identify States that encourage, support and finance the menace and provide sanctuary to terror groups. Without a direct reference to Pakistan, Sushma Swaraj said the world community together …

China defends Pakistan after Narendra Modi's 'terror export factory' remark, says Islamabad must be supported in fight against terrorism
6 years, 11 months ago

China defends Pakistan after Narendra Modi's 'terror export factory' remark, says Islamabad must be supported in fight against terrorism

Firstpost  

Beijing: China on Friday defended Pakistan against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remark that Islamabad was a “terror export factory”, saying the country must be supported in the fight against “terrorism”. “When someone has put a terror export factory in place, attacks my people, has no power to fight a war so attempts to attack behind the back in such …

Terrorism can't, shouldn't be linked with any religion: Sushma Swaraj
7 years, 3 months ago

Terrorism can't, shouldn't be linked with any religion: Sushma Swaraj

India TV News  

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today said that terrorism cannot and should not be associated with any religion as she urged the international community to enhance cooperation to combat the scourge which is a "crime against the entire humanity". Swaraj, who is here to attend the summit of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation -- a China-dominated security grouping which is increasingly seen …

Sushma Swaraj asks Shanghai Cooperation Organisation to create anti-terrorism structure
7 years, 6 months ago

Sushma Swaraj asks Shanghai Cooperation Organisation to create anti-terrorism structure

Firstpost  

The eight members of the SCO should strengthen coordination against terrorism and build it into its framework, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said. United Nations: The eight members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation should strengthen coordination against terrorism and build it into its framework, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said. Speaking at the ministerial meeting of the SCO on Wednesday, …

SCO Summit: Speculations around Modi-Sharif meeting rise amid Indo-Pak tensions
7 years, 9 months ago

SCO Summit: Speculations around Modi-Sharif meeting rise amid Indo-Pak tensions

Firstpost  

Narendra Modi attended a reception of SCO Summit, even as speculation swirled over a possible meeting between him and his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif Astana: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended a reception and a gala show, marking the beginning of the two-day-long SCO Summit, even as speculation swirled over a possible meeting between him and his Pakistani counterpart …

Modi-Sharif meeting on cards at SCO Summit in June: Pak media
7 years, 11 months ago

Modi-Sharif meeting on cards at SCO Summit in June: Pak media

India TV News  

Amid deteriorating ties between India and Pakistan that has been pushed to a new low following the death sentence Pakistan handed to Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav, a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif is likely on cards on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Kazakhstan’s capital Astana this June, a Pakistani …

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