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First Post
22-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
‘We stand with India': Japan, UAE back New Delhi over its global outreach against Pak-backed terror
In Tokyo, Japanese Foreign Minister told another Indian delegation that 'terrorism cannot be justified in any form'. The UAE too reaffirmed its unwavering support for India, with a senior Emirati lawmaker calling terrorism a 'global threat' and an 'evil for all humanity' read more The United Arab Emirates and Japan on Thursday (May 22) extended strong support to India's global outreach campaign against terrorism, voicing solidarity with New Delhi in the wake of the deadly April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. UAE's unwavering support The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering support for India, with senior Emirati lawmaker Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi calling terrorism a 'global threat' and an 'evil for all humanity'. Al Nuaimi made the remarks after meeting an Indian all-party parliamentary delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde in Abu Dhabi. 'Terrorism is a threat not just to a single nation or region, but it is a global threat,' said Al Nuaimi, who chairs the UAE Federal National Council's Defence, Interior and Foreign Affairs Committee. 'We are already cooperating with India on efforts to fight terrorism. The security of Indian nationals is non-negotiable. India is a strategic partner, not just with the government but also its people.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Indian delegation is one of seven teams dispatched to 33 world capitals as part of New Delhi's diplomatic effort to highlight Pakistan's role in supporting terrorism and to rally international support for its counterterrorism response. Shinde described the UAE's stance as 'very fruitful,' saying Emirati leaders stood 'shoulder to shoulder with full commitment' against terrorism. He added that the UAE was the first to condemn the Pahalgam attack and said the message from Abu Dhabi was clear: 'Terrorism cannot proliferate in the name of any religion.' Other members of the delegation included BJP MPs Manan Kumar Mishra, S S Ahluwalia, Atul Garg and Bansuri Swaraj; BJD MP Sasmit Patra; IUML MP E T Mohammed Basheer; former diplomat Sujan R Chinoy; and India's ambassador to the UAE, Sunjay Sudhir. Japan shows solidarity Separately in Tokyo, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya told another Indian delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha that 'terrorism cannot be justified in any form' and conveyed Japan's solidarity with India and the global community in fighting terrorism. According to a statement from the Indian Embassy in Tokyo, Iwaya expressed condolences for the Pahalgam victims and praised India's 'precise, targeted, proportionate and non-escalatory' response through Operation Sindoor. Jha briefed Japanese leaders about the attack and India's position on terrorism. He said the Pahalgam assault was a deliberate attempt to disrupt peace and development in Jammu and Kashmir and urged Tokyo to support implementation of the UN Security Council's April 25 press statement, which called for holding those responsible accountable. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Japanese foreign minister welcomed India's restraint and reiterated Tokyo's support for New Delhi's efforts to counter terrorism. The Indian MPs also met Yoshihide Suga, former prime minister and current Vice President of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, and Takashi Endo, chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on National Security. Both leaders expressed support for India's anti-terrorism policies, according to the embassy. The delegation also held meetings with Japanese think tanks and paid floral tributes at a statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Edogawa, Tokyo. India-Pakistan tensions Tensions between India and Pakistan surged following the Pahalgam attack. India launched airstrikes on terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. Pakistan responded with attempted attacks on Indian military installations over the following three days, which were met with strong countermeasures from the Indian side. Hostilities ceased after military talks between the Directors General of Military Operations of both countries on May 10. With inputs from agencies
Al Etihad
30-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
FNC Speaker discusses strengthening parliamentary relations with Bolivian Senate President
30 Apr 2025 17:55 RABAT (WAM)Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the UAE Federal National Council (FNC), met with Andronico Rodriguez, President of the Senate of the Plurinational State of Bolivia, on the sidelines of the third edition of the South-South Parliamentary Dialogue Forum, held in Rabat, the meeting, the two sides explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, and discussed issues of mutual interest to expand collaboration across various levels, in alignment with the visions of the leaderships and aspirations of the friendly peoples of both meeting was attended by Saeed Rashid Al Abdi, member of the FNC, and Tariq Ahmed Al Marzouqi, Assistant Secretary-General for Council Presidency discussions focused on advancing bilateral relations and activating parliamentary diplomacy, thereby strengthening the framework of cooperation and coordination between the UAE and Ghobash emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strong ties with all Latin American nations, highlighting the deepening relations between the UAE and Bolivia, and continuous efforts to enhance cooperation across all sectors for mutual his part, the President of the Bolivian Senate stressed the importance of strengthening relations, particularly in the economic domain, noting that the UAE is recognised as a global economic leader. He also underscored Bolivia's strong ties with Arab nations, especially the UAE, and expressed his interest in boosting these relations through bilateral meetings and increased parliamentary exchanges.
LBCI
24-04-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
PM Salam says government committed to restoring trust between Lebanon and Arab countries
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced the beginning of a "new path" centered on rebuilding the state and implementing fundamental reforms. Speaking during a meeting with UAE Federal National Council President Saqr Ghobash, Salam reaffirmed the government's commitment to restoring trust between Lebanon and Arab countries. He highlighted ongoing efforts to advance reform, including the recent passage of a banking secrecy law in Parliament. Salam also revealed that legislation to guarantee the independence of the judiciary is expected to be passed soon, marking another step in the government's reform agenda. For his part, Ghobash expressed the UAE's confidence in Lebanon's ability to reclaim its historical regional role. He praised the Lebanese authorities for strengthening security measures, particularly at the airport and along the airport road, adding that his visit signals new opportunities for renewed engagement with Lebanon.
Arab News
24-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Syrian president hails Pope Francis for solidarity in ‘darkest moments'
Lebanese PM, speaker of UAE advisory parliament discuss regional issues LONDON: Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed the strong fraternal relations between Abu Dhabi and Beirut with Saqr Ghobash, speaker of the UAE Federal National Council, on Thursday. Ghobash made an official visit to Lebanon, where he extended the wishes of the Emirati leadership to Lebanon and its people for continued progress, prosperity and development, the Emirates News Agency reported. Salam and Ghobash discussed ways to strengthen and expand cooperation in various cultural, economic and humanitarian fields, and exchanged views on several regional and international issues of mutual interest, WAM added. Ghobash congratulated Salam on forming a Lebanese government in February and reaffirmed the UAE's strong support for Lebanon's sovereignty, stability and development. He said that the UAE is committed to providing unwavering support to the Lebanese people. Salam praised the UAE for promoting stability and development across the region, and expressed appreciation for its continuous support of Lebanon during recent challenging times, WAM reported.
Arab News
24-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Lebanese PM, speaker of UAE advisory parliament discuss regional issues
LONDON: Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam discussed the strong fraternal relations between Abu Dhabi and Beirut with Saqr Ghobash, speaker of the UAE Federal National Council, on Thursday. Ghobash made an official visit to Lebanon, where he extended the wishes of the Emirati leadership to Lebanon and its people for continued progress, prosperity and development, the Emirates News Agency reported. Salam and Ghobash discussed ways to strengthen and expand cooperation in various cultural, economic and humanitarian fields, and exchanged views on several regional and international issues of mutual interest, WAM added. Ghobash congratulated Salam on forming a Lebanese government in February and reaffirmed the UAE's strong support for Lebanon's sovereignty, stability and development. He said that the UAE is committed to providing unwavering support to the Lebanese people. Salam praised the UAE for promoting stability and development across the region, and expressed appreciation for its continuous support of Lebanon during recent challenging times, WAM reported.
