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India Gazette
23-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Mission to unite world in India's fight against terrorism and expose Pakistan," all party delegation member Dr. Hemang Joshi
Tokyo [Japan] May 23 (ANI): BJP MP Dr. Hemang Joshi, part of the all-party delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, stated on Friday that the delegation's mission is to unite the global community in India's fight against terrorism and to expose Pakistan-sponsored terrorism on the world stage. Dr. Joshi said about their visit to Japan, 'From India, the all-party delegation has come here with a mission. The mission is to unite the world in India's fight against terrorism and to expose the terror sponsored by Pakistan, in front of the world. Yesterday was our first day in Japan, and it was very fruitful. We held productive discussions with Japan's former Prime Minister, the Foreign Minister, and prominent think tanks. I am pleased to note that they unequivocally support India's operations against terrorism, condemning terrorism in all its forms and endorsing our zero-tolerance policy.' He added, 'This morning, we hosted a breakfast meeting with diplomats from over 21 countries, including representatives from Mexico, Greece, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. Their response was positive, and they expressed solidarity with India's efforts to combat terrorism.' On Thursday, Sanjay Jha appealed to all world leaders to side with India against Pakistan's sponsorship of terrorism. Jha, while talking to ANI, said that the delegation is there to raise awareness of Operation Sindoor. 'Pakistan is a state sponsor of terrorism. One must differentiate between terrorists and the terrorist sponsor, which is the state that promotes them, funds them, and gives them training. This is known, but we must make it clear that after the Pahalgam terror attack, India's stance is to wipe off the terror sponsors. Now people from all over the world should gather to eliminate this source from which terrorists are located,' he said. Prior to this, Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, briefed the All-Party delegation, where he noted that after the dastardly April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, Japan was the first country to respond. The Indian Embassy in Tokyo stated that India's unwavering stand against cross-border terrorism, as seen in Operation Sindoor, will be highlighted in all engagements. In a separate key meeting, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Government of Japan, for the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo. Their discussions covered advancing the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership and conveying India's message on zero tolerance for terror. Misri also met Hiroyuki Namazu, Senior Deputy Foreign Minister, Government of Japan. They exchanged views on India-Japan cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region & other issues of common interest. (ANI)
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Japanese Senior Deputy FM Namazu hold key talks on Indo-Pacific cooperation
Tokyo (Japan), May 22 (ANI): Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met with Hiroyuki Namazu, Senior Deputy Foreign Minister of Japan, to discuss India-Japan cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region and other shared interests. The Indian Embassy in Japan shared the update on social media with the hashtag #ConnectingHimalayaswithMountFuji. Misri also met Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Government of Japan for the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo. Discussions covered advancing the India Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, and conveying India's message on zero tolerance for terror. Meanwhile, an All-Party Parliamentary Delegation from India met with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Tokyo, reaffirming India's firm national consensus and resolute commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms. During the meeting, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya expressed strong support for India's counter-terrorism stance, praised the restraint shown by New Delhi, and called for strict action against the perpetrators of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. He emphasized that 'terrorism must be eliminated' and noted that he had been briefed on the matter by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. Echoing this, JD(U) MP and delegation leader Sanjay Kumar Jha told ANI that India's position was conveyed firmly and received strong support from the Japanese side. 'The Minister appreciated our stand and clearly stated that those behind such acts must be punished. He supported India's position and acknowledged the seriousness of the Pahalgam incident,' Jha said. Earlier in the day, the delegation paid floral tributes at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Edogawa, Tokyo. This gesture symbolised India's enduring commitment to peace and principled stand in global affairs, setting the tone for the delegation's broader message of non-violence and justice. Building on this, Jha addressed the media with a strong appeal to world leaders to unite in isolating Pakistan for its role in sponsoring terrorism. 'After the Pahalgam terror attack, it's clear that Pakistan continues to fund, train, and harbour terrorists. Our aim is to highlight this through Operation Sindoor and urge global unity against such state-backed terror,' he stated. Prior to the diplomatic meetings, the Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, briefed the All-Party Delegation. He noted that Japan was the first country to respond with solidarity after the Pahalgam attack. The Indian Embassy in Tokyo also shared that India's zero-tolerance stance on cross-border terrorism--central to Operation Sindoor--would be strongly emphasized in all international engagements. The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation comprises Ambassador Mohan Kumar, BJP MPs Dr. Hemang Joshi, Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, and Pradan Baruah; CPI(M) MP John Brittas; and TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee. The team will continue its outreach in Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, and Singapore to build consensus on India's counter-terrorism efforts and rally global support post-Pahalgam. The series of diplomatic engagements in Tokyo mark India's proactive global outreach and underline its determination to strengthen strategic ties and lead an international campaign against terrorism. (ANI)
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-Party Delegation in Tokyo recieve support from think tanks in India's fight against terror
Tokyo [Japan] May 22 (ANI): India's All-Party Parliamentary Delegation interacted with leading Japanese think tanks in Tokyo and briefed them on India's zero tolerance to terrorism. As per India's Embassy in Tokyo, the participants supported India's fight against terrorism. In a post on X, India's embassy to Japan stated, 'All-Party Parliamentary Delegation interacted with leading Japanese think tanks in Tokyo and briefed them on India's zero tolerance to terrorism. Regional security challenges including state backed terrorism was discussed during the interactive session. Participants expressed strong support for India's fight against terrorism.' Meanwhile, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held talks with Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan for the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo. Misri conveyed India's zero tolerance for terrorism during the talks. In a post on X, Indian Embassy in Tokyo stated, 'H.E. Mr Vikram Misri, Hon'ble Foreign Secretary, joins H.E. Mr Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Government of Japan for the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo. Discussions covered advancing the India Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, and conveying India's message on zero tolerance for terror.' Earlier in the day, an All-Party Parliamentary Delegation from India met with Takeshi Iwaya, Foreign Minister of Japan, reiterating India's unwavering national consensus and firm commitment to combat terrorism in all its forms. The Japanese Foreign Minister expressed strong support for India's fight against terrorism and lauded the restraint shown by India, urging strict punishment for perpetrators of terror acts. Delegation lead, JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha said,' We presented India's stand strongly. He appreciated it and said that action should be taken against terrorism. He also appreciated the restraint India had shown. He supported India's stand against terrorism. He said that terrorism should be eliminated. He added that EAM S Jaishankar had briefed him on this. He offered his condolences on the Pahalgam attack and said that they (terrorists) should be punished.' (ANI)
India Gazette
22-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
All Party delegation emphasises commitment to combat terrorism in meeting with Japan's Chairman of House Committee on National Security
Tokyo [Japan] May 22 (ANI): India's All Party Parliamentary Delegation on Thursday met Takashi Endo, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security, Japan. The delegation emphasized India's resolute commitment to combat terrorism. In a post on X, Indian Embassy in Japan said, 'Members of the All Party Parliamentary Delegation met with H.E. Mr. Takashi Endo, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security, Japan. India's resolute commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms was unequivocally emphasised. H.E. Mr Takashi Endo conveyed Japan's solidarity in India's fight against terror.' India's All Party Parliamentary Delegation also met Yoshihide Suga, Former Prime Minister of Japan, Vice President of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Chairman of Japan India Association. As per Indian Embassy in Japan, Yoshihide reaffirmed Japan's support to India in its fight against terrorism. In a post on X, he said, 'All Party Parliamentary Delegation from India, led by Hon'ble MP Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha, met with H.E. Mr. Yoshihide Suga, Former Prime Minister of Japan, Vice President of LDP and Chairman of Japan India Association. India's commitment to combating cross border terrorism was reaffirmed. HE Mr Suga reiterated Japan's strong commitment to support India in its fight against terrorism.' Earlier in the day, India's All-Party Delegation interacted with leading Japanese think tanks in Tokyo and briefed them on India's zero tolerance to terrorism. As per India's Embassy in Tokyo, the participants supported India's fight against terrorism. In a post on X, India's embassy to Japan stated, 'All-Party Parliamentary Delegation interacted with leading Japanese think tanks in Tokyo and briefed them on India's zero tolerance to terrorism. Regional security challenges including state backed terrorism was discussed during the interactive session. Participants expressed strong support for India's fight against terrorism.' Meanwhile, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held talks with Takehiro Funakoshi, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan for the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister Dialogue in Tokyo. (ANI)
