Indian PM urges SCO members to stand against “double standards” on terrorism

(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to take a firm and united stance against terrorism, stressing that “double standards” in addressing the issue cannot be tolerated.

Speaking at the 25th SCO Heads of State summit in Tianjin on Monday, Modi emphasized the need for “unity” in countering terrorism.

He referred to the April terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 people dead, noting that “many friendly countries” had stood with India in the aftermath.

“We must clearly and unanimously declare that double standards on terrorism are unacceptable,” Modi stated. “We must collectively oppose terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. This is our duty to humanity.”

Without directly naming Pakistan, Modi hinted at India’s neighbor, which New Delhi has accused of involvement in the April attack. “It raises a serious question - should a country openly supporting terrorism be acceptable to any of us,” he asked.

SCO members expressed solidarity with India, offering condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the Kashmir attack. A joint declaration released on Monday reinforced this position: “The Member States strongly condemn terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, stress that double standards in the fight against terrorism are unacceptable, and call on the international community to combat terrorism, including cross-border movement of terrorists.”

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