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19-06-2025
- Politics
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India, Croatia vow zero tolerance for terrorism, call for swift justice for perpetrators
Condemning terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, India and Croatia have called for the disruption of terrorism financing networks, elimination of safe havens, and bringing its perpetrators to justice swiftly. read more India and Croatia have strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and called for urgent global efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and eliminate their safe havens, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark visit to the Balkan nation, the first ever by an Indian prime minister. In a joint statement issued on June 18, a day after PM Modi's talks with his Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenković, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to a 'zero-tolerance' policy against terrorism, including transnational and cross-border threats. They also highlighted the importance of swift justice for perpetrators and the need to disrupt financing channels through multilateral frameworks like the UN and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The leaders also condemned the use of terrorism as a state proxy and urged concerted action against all UN- and EU-designated individuals and entities, including those listed under the UNSC 1267 sanctions regime. Expressing concern over the 'deteriorating security situation' in West Asia, the joint statement called for de-escalation between Israel and Iran. PM Modi thanked Croatia for its solidarity following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and Croatia for the support and solidarity extended in the aftermath of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir on April 22, it said. 'Both sides condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including transnational and cross-border terrorism. They reiterated their zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, rejecting any justification for such acts, under any circumstances,' said the joint statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs. They emphasised that those responsible for the attacks should be 'held accountable' and 'condemned the use of terrorists as proxies', it added. 'They expressed their consistent position of supporting the full implementation of the UN Global Counterterrorism Strategy, key international conventions and protocols in this field, and relevant resolutions of the United Nations Security Council. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'They called for the disruption of terrorism financing networks, including through the UN, FATF and regional mechanisms, elimination of safe havens, dismantling of terrorist infrastructure, and bringing perpetrators of terrorism to justice swiftly,' the statement said. The two leaders also urged for 'concerted actions against all UN- and EU-designated terrorists and terrorist entities', associated proxy groups, facilitators and sponsors, including terrorists under 1267 UNSC Sanctions Committee. The two leaders noted the importance of improving connectivity, including through the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) initiative. They agreed to 'expand cooperation' in ports and shipping domains given the long maritime traditions of both countries. Both sides agreed to further explore the potential of Croatia serving as a Mediterranean gateway to Central Europe, it said. In this context, they also reaffirmed full respect for international law of the sea as reflected in UNCLOS, and for the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and freedom of navigation, to the benefit of maritime security and international peace and stability, the joint statement said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including war in Ukraine. They expressed support for a 'just and lasting peace in Ukraine based on respect for international law, principles of the UN Charter and territorial integrity and sovereignty,' it said. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to promote a free, open, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific built on international law and mutual respect for sovereignty and peaceful resolution of disputes underpinned by effective regional institutions. The two sides reaffirmed their strong commitment to multilateralism and support for a rules-based international order. 'They emphasised the urgent need for reforms in the UN system, particularly the UN Security Council, including its expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories, to make it more inclusive, transparent, effective, accountable, efficient and better aligned with contemporary geopolitical realities,' it added. The two prime ministers expressed satisfaction at the outcomes of the visit, and 'reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the partnership' between India and Croatia. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
India, Croatia call for disruption of terror financing networks, bringing perpetrators to justice swiftly
Condemning terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, India and Croatia have called for the disruption of terrorism financing networks , elimination of safe havens, and bringing its perpetrators to justice swiftly. A joint statement, dated June 18, and issued a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's visit to Croatia, said that it "injected a fresh impetus" into the bilateral partnership , highlighting the complementarities of the two economies, particularly in the areas of tourism, trade and technology. The two leaders also expressed concern about the "deterioration of security situation in the Middle East and called for de-escalation between Israel and Iran", it said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Victoria Principal Is Almost 75, See Her Now Reportingly Undo This marked the first-ever visit of an Indian prime minister to this Balkan nation to strengthen the growing momentum of high-level exchanges between the two nations. Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and Croatia for the support and solidarity extended in the aftermath of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir on April 22, it said. Live Events "Both sides condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including transnational and cross-border terrorism. They reiterated their zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, rejecting any justification for such acts, under any circumstances," said the joint statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs. They emphasised that those responsible for the attacks should be "held accountable" and "condemned the use of terrorists as proxies", it added. "They expressed their consistent position of supporting the full implementation of the UN Global Counterterrorism Strategy , key international conventions and protocols in this field, and relevant resolutions of the United Nations Security Council. "They called for the disruption of terrorism financing networks, including through the UN, FATF and regional mechanisms, elimination of safe havens, dismantling of terrorist infrastructure, and bringing perpetrators of terrorism to justice swiftly," the statement said. The two leaders also urged for "concerted actions against all UN- and EU-designated terrorists and terrorist entities", associated proxy groups, facilitators and sponsors, including terrorists under 1267 UNSC Sanctions Committee. The two leaders noted the importance of improving connectivity, including through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) initiative. They agreed to "expand cooperation" in ports and shipping domains given the long maritime traditions of both countries. Both sides agreed to further explore the potential of Croatia serving as a Mediterranean gateway to Central Europe, it said. In this context, they also reaffirmed full respect for international law of the sea as reflected in UNCLOS, and for the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and freedom of navigation, to the benefit of maritime security and international peace and stability, the joint statement said. The two Prime Ministers exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including war in Ukraine. They expressed support for a "just and lasting peace in Ukraine based on respect for international law, principles of the UN Charter and territorial integrity and sovereignty," it said. The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to promote a free, open, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific built on international law and mutual respect for sovereignty and peaceful resolution of disputes underpinned by effective regional institutions. The two sides reaffirmed their strong commitment to multilateralism and support for a rules-based international order. "They emphasised the urgent need for reforms in the UN system, particularly the UN Security Council, including its expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories, to make it more inclusive, transparent, effective, accountable, efficient and better aligned with contemporary geopolitical realities," it added. The two prime ministers expressed satisfaction at the outcomes of the visit, and "reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the partnership" between India and Croatia.
United News of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
India, Cyprus call for concerted action against cross-border terrorism
Nicosia (Cyprus), June 16 (UNI) India and Cyprus on Monday called for disruption of terrorism financing networks, elimination of safe havens, dismantling of terrorist infrastructure and bringing perpetrators of terrorism to justice swiftly while Cyprus strongly condemned the gruesome killing of civilians by terrorists in Pahalgam. The two countries emphasised the need for a comprehensive, coordinated and sustained approach to combatting cross-border terrorism and underscored the importance of working collaboratively, bilaterally and with the multilateral system to eliminate the scourge. In a joint declaration issued after talks between Prime Minister Narendera Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides here, the two countries reiterated zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, rejecting any justification for such acts under any circumstances. They emphasized that those responsible for the attacks should be held accountable while Cyprus expressed solidarity and unwavering support to India in its fight against cross-border terrorism. Prime Minister Modi is currently visiting Cyprus as part of his three-nation tour, primarily to attend the 51st G-7 Summit in Canada. The two leaders urged all States to respect the sovereignty of other nations and condemned cross-border terrorism in all its forms. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening multilateral efforts to combat terrorism and called for the expeditious finalization and adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism within the UN framework. They called for concerted actions against all UN and EU-designated terrorists and terrorist entities, associated proxy groups, facilitators and sponsors, including terrorists under 1267 UNSC Sanctions Committee. They unequivocally condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including international and cross-border terrorism and reaffirmed their shared commitment to countering hybrid threats that undermine peace and stability. They reiterated their strong commitment to continue taking active measures to disrupt terrorist financing channels including through the UN and Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Both leaders discussed the need for reform of the United Nations Security Council, including ways to make it more effective, efficient, and representative of the contemporary geopolitical challenges. The two leaders expressed support to forward movement in the Intergovernmental Negotiations on United Nations Security Council reform, and reiterated their commitment to make continuous efforts to move towards text-based negotiations. Cyprus reiterated its support for the enhancement of the representative character of the United Nations Security Council expansion with India as a permanent member in an expanded United Nations Security Council. They also agreed to engage in close cooperation and support each other at the United Nations including supporting each other's candidacies to multilateral forums. Acknowledging emerging challenges within the international security environment, the leaders stressed the importance of enhancing strategic autonomy, defence readiness and defence capabilities. They agreed to deepen their defence and security cooperation, including through collaboration between their respective defence industries, with a special focus on cybersecurity and emerging technologies. Recognizing both India and Cyprus as maritime nations with deep-rooted naval traditions, the two leaders discussed expanding cooperation to include the maritime domain and encourage more regular port calls by Indian naval vessels exploring opportunities for joint maritime training and exercises to enhance maritime domain awareness and regional security. In that vein, and in light of ongoing global crises, both sides committed to strengthening cooperation in emergency preparedness and coordinated crisis response. Drawing on past successful efforts, the leaders agreed to institutionalize coordination in evacuation and Search and Rescue (SAR) operations. Earlier the President of Cyprus warmly welcomed the Prime Minister Modi. Prime Minister Modi's visit, the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Cyprus in over two decades, marks a historic milestone and reaffirms the deep and enduring friendship between the two nations. The visit celebrates not only a shared history, but a forward-looking partnership, rooted in a joint strategic vision and mutual trust and respect. The two leaders held wide-ranging discussions on bilateral, regional, and global issues, underscoring the growing breadth and depth of cooperation between Cyprus and India. They welcomed recent progress in economic, technological, and people-to-people ties, reflective of the dynamic and evolving nature of the relationship. Acknowledging the increasing alignment of their values, interests, international outlook and vision, both sides expressed determination to further advancing this partnership across key sectors. They expressed commitment to deepening their cooperation as trusted and indispensable partners contributing to regional and global peace, prosperity and stability. UNI RB PRS
United News of India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
India, Cyprus call for action against cross-border terrorism, Cyprus condemns Pahalgam attack
Nicosia (Cyprus)/New Delhi, June 16 (UNI) India and Cyprus on Monday called for disruption of terrorism financing networks, elimination of safe havens, dismantling of terrorist infrastructure and bringing perpetrators of terrorism to justice swiftly, while Cyprus strongly condemned the gruesome killing of civilians by terrorists in Pahalgam. The two countries also emphasised the need for a comprehensive, coordinated and sustained approach to combatting cross-border terrorism and underscored the importance of working collaboratively, bilaterally and with the multilateral system to eliminate the scourge. In a Joint Declaration issued after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides here, the two countries reiterated zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, rejecting any justification for such acts under any circumstances. They emphasised that those responsible for the attacks should be held accountable while Cyprus expressed solidarity and unwavering support to India in its fight against cross-border terrorism. Prime Minister Modi is currently visiting Cyprus as part of his three-nation tour, primarily to attend the 51st G-7 Summit in Canada. The two leaders urged all States to respect the sovereignty of other nations. They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening multilateral efforts to combat terrorism and called for the expeditious finalization and adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism within the UN framework. They called for concerted actions against all UN and EU-designated terrorists and terrorist entities, associated proxy groups, facilitators and sponsors, including terrorists under 1267 UNSC Sanctions Committee. They reaffirmed their shared commitment to countering hybrid threats that undermine peace and stability. They reiterated their strong commitment to continue taking active measures to disrupt terrorist financing channels including through the UN and Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Both Leaders discussed the need for reform of the United Nations Security Council, including ways to make it more effective, efficient, and representative of the contemporary geopolitical challenges. The two Leaders expressed support to forward movement in the Intergovernmental Negotiations on United Nations Security Council reform, and reiterated their commitment to make continuous efforts to move towards text-based negotiations. Cyprus reiterated its support for the enhancement of the representative character of the United Nations Security Council expansion with India as a permanent member in an expanded United Nations Security Council. They also agreed to engage in close co-operation and support each other at the United Nations including supporting each other's candidacies to multilateral forums. Acknowledging emerging challenges within the international security environment, the leaders stressed the importance of enhancing strategic autonomy, defence readiness and defence capabilities. They agreed to deepen their defence and security cooperation, including through collaboration between their respective defence industries, with a special focus on cybersecurity and emerging technologies. Recognizing both India and Cyprus as maritime nations with deep-rooted naval traditions, the two leaders discussed expanding cooperation to include the maritime domain and encourage more regular port calls by Indian naval vessels exploring opportunities for joint maritime training and exercises to enhance maritime domain awareness and regional security. In that vein, and in light of ongoing global crises, both sides committed to strengthening cooperation in emergency preparedness and coordinated crisis response. Drawing on past successful efforts, the leaders agreed to institutionalize coordination in evacuation and Search and Rescue (SAR) operations. Earlier the President of Cyprus warmly welcomed the Prime Minister Modi. Prime Minister Modi's visit, the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Cyprus in over two decades, marks a historic milestone and reaffirms the deep and enduring friendship between the two nations. The visit celebrates not only a shared history, but a forward-looking partnership, rooted in a joint strategic vision and mutual trust and respect, it said. The two leaders held wide-ranging discussions on bilateral, regional, and global issues, underscoring the growing breadth and depth of cooperation between Cyprus and India. They welcomed recent progress in economic, technological, and people-to-people ties, reflective of the dynamic and evolving nature of the relationship. Acknowledging the increasing alignment of their values, interests, international outlook and vision, both sides expressed determination to further advancing this partnership across key sectors. They expressed commitment to deepening their cooperation as trusted and indispensable partners contributing to regional and global peace, prosperity and stability. The two leaders underscored their shared commitment to peace, democracy, the rule of law, effective multilateralism, and sustainable development and reaffirmed their support for a rules-based international order, grounded in the UN Charter and international law, placing particular emphasis on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) with regard to freedom of navigation and sovereign maritime rights. The two leaders reaffirmed their unwavering support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations. They held detailed discussions on international issues, including the situation in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine. The two leaders also discussed the importance of upholding the global non-proliferation architecture, recognizing the value of India joining the Nuclear Suppliers group. The leaders expressed intention to strengthen coordination within international organizations, including within the United Nations and the Commonwealth, and agreed to work closely on implementing the 2024 Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration, highlighting ocean governance as a pillar of global sustainability and resilience. In this context, the inaugural Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting was held in April 2024 in Cyprus, also marked the establishment of the Blue Charter Centre of Excellence to advance sustainable ocean governance and strengthen capacity across Commonwealth member states. The two sides agreed to hold regular political dialogue and to utilize existing bilateral mechanisms, inter alia those between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus and the Ministry of External Affairs of the Republic of India, to streamline coordination and advance cooperation across various sectors. The above competent Ministries shall overview and monitor the implementation of the areas of cooperation included in the Action Plan that is to be prepared, in close coordination with the competent authorities of both countries. The Joint Declaration said both countries expressed strong commitment to the resumption of UN-facilitated efforts to achieve a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the Cyprus Question on the basis of a bizonal, bicommunal federation with political equality, in accordance with the agreed UN framework and the relevant United Nations Security Council Resolutions. India reiterated its unwavering and consistent support for the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity of the Republic of Cyprus. In this regard, both sides emphasized the need to avoid unilateral actions as essential for creating a conducive environment for the resumption of meaningful negotiations. The Joint Declaration said the both countries share a strategic vision of serving as bridges between regions and underscored the significance of the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a transformative, multi-nodal initiative that fosters peace, economic integration and sustainable development. Viewing IMEC as a catalyst for constructive regional cooperation, they reiterated their shared commitment to promoting stability in the Eastern Mediterranean and the wider Middle East and emphasized the importance of fostering deeper engagement and corridors of interconnection from the Indian peninsula through the wider Middle East to Europe. While recognizing Cyprus' role as a gateway into Europe and, in this context, its prospect to serve as a regional hub for transshipment, storage, distribution, and logistics, the two leaders welcomed the prospect of Indian shipping companies establishing a presence in Cyprus, encouraging the advancement of maritime cooperation through joint ventures involving Cyprus-based and Indian maritime service providers as a means of further strengthening economic and logistical ties. Looking ahead to Cyprus' Presidency of the Council of the European Union in early 2026, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening EU–India relations. They recalled the milestone visit of the College of Commissioners to India, and expressed satisfaction on the launch of the first India-EU Strategic Dialogue and the progress already made in the priority areas identified during the visit including in trade, defence and security, maritime, connectivity, clean and green energy and space. Cyprus pledged to work towards the advancement of the EU-India strategic partnership during its Presidency. Both sides expressed readiness to support the conclusion of the EU–India Free Trade Agreement by the end of this year and expressed support for the ongoing work through the EU–India Trade and Technology Council. They expressed commitment to sustaining a forward-looking agenda beyond the 2025 Strategic Roadmap to deepen this key global partnership. Recognizing the growing strategic complementarity between Cyprus and India, the leaders committed to expanding economic ties through increased trade, investment and collaboration in science, innovation, and research. To advance cooperation, the two leaders noted they would welcome a Cypriot high-level delegation visiting India, including business representatives, as well as the organisation of a Cyprus–India Business Forum to promote investment opportunities. Both leaders agreed to promote collaboration in research, innovation, and technology, fostering stronger ties between startups, academic institutions, and industry, and supporting innovation exchanges in key sectors like artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and research with a view of concluding a related MoU. Recognising people-to-people ties as a strategic asset and multiplier for deepening economic and cultural ties, the two sides resolved to work to finalise a Mobility Pilot Program Arrangement by the end of 2025. The two leaders agreed that an Action Plan is to be prepared to guide bilateral relations between the two countries for the next five years under the supervision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus and India's Ministry of External Affairs. UNI RB RN
