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SCO calls double standards in terror fight unacceptable
The Indian Express··2 Sept
Leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek adopted a declaration stating double standards in the fight against terrorism are unacceptable. Member states called on the international community to combat terrorism, including cross-border movement of terrorists, with the UN playing a central role. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin signed the joint statement.
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What It Means For You
- The Bishkek Declaration commits SCO states to counter terrorist and extremist threats.
- Member states said attempts to discredit government bodies of SCO members are unacceptable.
- The Economic Times said the statement also condemned US attacks on Iran.
What's Happening
- The declaration reaffirmed commitment to combating terrorism, separatism and extremism.
- Member states emphasised the leading role of sovereign states in countering threats.
- They called for full implementation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
Who Signed The Bishkek Text
- India, Pakistan, Iran, Russia, China and Central Asian countries are in the grouping.
- The Indian Express noted India has long said Pakistan backs cross-border terrorism.
- The declaration warned against exploiting terrorist groups for selfish purposes.
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