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At SCO Summit, Modi Warns Against Terrorism as 'Strategic Asset'
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, PM Narendra Modi called for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terrorism and warned that countries using it as a policy tool must be sent a strong message. He stressed that terrorism cannot be a strategic asset for anyone and urged dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts.
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Modi Delivers Strong Anti-Terror Message at SCO Summit
BISHKEK: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message against terrorism at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek on Tuesday, calling for dismantling the "entire ecosystem of terrorism" and asserting that countries using it as an instrument of state policy must be sent a clear signal that it can never be a "strategic asset."
Speaking in the presence of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Modi said terrorism continues to pose a "grave challenge" to humanity and that the fight against it cannot be limited to an "action-reaction" mindset.
"We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorism - its financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens," Modi said. "We must speak in one voice that there can be no place for double standards on this serious issue. Those countries that use terrorism as an instrument of their policy, and provide shelter and support to terrorists, must be sent a strong message that terrorism cannot be a 'strategic asset' for anyone."
Expanding India's SCO Vision
Modi outlined three pillars of India's approach to the SCO: Security, Connectivity and Opportunity. He reiterated India's position that all connectivity initiatives must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, calling this the "fundamental spirit" of the SCO Charter.
He also addressed the crisis in West Asia, noting that conflict in one region affects the energy security, maritime trade and supply chains of the entire world, and that countries of the Global South bear the greatest brunt. "The solution to all tensions and wars is not possible on the battlefield, but only through dialogue and diplomacy," he said.
Modi welcomed centres being established within the SCO to address security threats, organised crime, information security and narcotics. He highlighted India's initiatives, including the Start-up Forum, Young Authors' Conclave, Young Scientists' Forum and the SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum proposed last year.
"The true measure of our success should be how many new opportunities our efforts create for young people," he said.
SCO Declaration and Outcomes
The SCO Declaration reaffirmed member states' pledge to combating terrorism and separatism, and strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms. Member states stressed the inadmissibility of attempts to exploit terrorist, separatist and extremist groups for mercenary purposes.
A key outcome was the approval of regulations for the Universal Centre for Countering Challenges and Threats to the Security of SCO Member States, a framework expected to strengthen cooperation among the 10-member grouping. Leaders also adopted a programme to coordinate measures against the proliferation of synthetic drugs until 2030, which India's external affairs ministry said complements India's efforts to reduce drug demand.
In addition, SCO leaders signed more than 20 other documents, including an action plan for ports and logistics centres for 2026-2030 and a declaration on strengthening multilateral partnership for nuclear and physical nuclear security.
Summit Context
The summit, held under the theme "25 Years of the SCO: Together for Sustainable Peace, Development and Prosperity," marked the handover of the SCO's rotating chairmanship from Kyrgyzstan to Pakistan. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also attended.
The SCO comprises 10 member states: Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, with two observer states and 15 dialogue partners.
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Framing: Emphasizes Modi's call to dismantle the terrorism ecosystem and urge a strong message to terror-sponsoring nations — supportive and declarative
Facts Included:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for dismantling the 'entire ecosystem of terrorism' at the SCO summit
Modi spoke in the presence of Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif
The 26th SCO summit was held in Kyrgyzstan's capital Bishkek on Tuesday
Modi said terrorism remains a 'grave challenge' for all of humanity
Modi said the fight against terrorism cannot be limited to a 'mere action-reaction' mindset
Modi said 'We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorism - its financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens'
Modi said 'We must speak in one voice that there can be no place for double standards on this serious issue'
Modi said 'Those countries that use terrorism as an instrument of their policy... must be sent a strong message that terrorism cannot be a strategic asset for anyone'
The SCO Declaration reaffirmed member states' pledge to combating terrorism and separatism
The member states stressed the inadmissibility of attempts to exploit terrorist, separatist and extremist groups for mercenary purposes
The member states strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms
A key outcome for India was the approval of regulations for the Universal Centre for Countering Challenges and Threats to the Security of SCO Member States
The framework is expected to strengthen cooperation among the 10-member Eurasian grouping
Modi said peace and security remain the first pillar of India's vision for the SCO
Modi said 'Our shared aspiration for a peaceful and secure Eurasia is also linked to peace and stability in Afghanistan'
Modi said conflict in one region affects 'energy security, maritime trade and supply chains of the entire world'
Modi said 'The countries of the global south have to bear the maximum brunt of this'
Modi said 'the solution to all tensions and wars is not possible on the battlefield, but only through dialogue and diplomacy'
Modi referred to drug trafficking as a serious threat to the younger generation and regional security
SCO leaders adopted a programme to coordinate measures against the proliferation of synthetic drugs until 2030
Another programme on cooperation in combating drug addiction until 2030 was signed
The external affairs ministry said the initiative complements India's efforts to reduce drug demand
Modi called for the benefits of SCO cooperation to reach people directly and for people-to-people ties to be placed at the centre
Modi said 'The true measure of our success should be how many new opportunities our efforts have created for young people...'
India has taken initiatives such as the SCO Start-up Forum, Young Authors' Conclave and Young Scientists' Forum
Modi said 'Last year, India proposed the SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum'
SCO leaders signed more than 20 other documents, including an action plan for ports and logistics centres for 2026-2030
They signed a declaration on strengthening multilateral partnership for nuclear and physical nuclear security
The summit concluded on Tuesday under the theme '25 Years of the SCO: Together for Sustainable Peace, Development and Prosperity'
Member states include China, Russia, India, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Belarus and Pakistan
UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres attended the summit
Framing: Quotes PM Modi's strong message against terrorism at the SCO Summit
Facts Included:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a message against terrorism at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek on Tuesday, Sep 1
PM Modi called for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terror financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens
PM Modi stated that terrorism cannot be used as a 'strategic asset for anyone'
PM Modi said there can be no room for double standards on terrorism
PM Modi reiterated India's stance that all wars and conflicts should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy
PM Modi said the conflict in West Asia impacts the energy security, maritime trade and supply chains of the whole world
PM Modi flagged drug trafficking as a serious threat to the young generation and regional security
PM Modi welcomed the centres being established within the SCO to address security threats, organised crime, information security, and narcotics
PM Modi outlined three main pillars of India's approach to SCO: Security, Connectivity and Opportunity
PM Modi highlighted India's initiatives: Start-up Forum, Young Authors' Conclave, Young Scientists' Forum, and SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum
The SCO comprises 10 member states: Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
The SCO has two observer states (Azerbaijan and Armenia) and 15 dialogue partners
Framing: Emphasizes Pakistan's assumption of SCO chairmanship and PM Modi's criticism of terror as a strategic asset, with a focus on direct confrontation. The headline is not available, so headline_angle is based on the provided headline text which is present. — Measured and diplomatic, with a critical edge toward Pakistan.
Facts Included:
Modi said countries that use terrorism as an instrument of state policy must be sent a strong message
Pakistan assumed rotating chairmanship of SCO from Kyrgyzstan on Tuesday and will host the heads-of-state summit next year
Modi said that terrorism continued to pose a serious challenge to humanity and it's important to not remain confined to an action-reaction approach
Modi said without naming Pakistan as SCO charter doesn’t allow members to raise bilateral differences
India and Pakistan together joined the China-dominated Eurasian grouping as full members in 2017
Modi addressed West Asia crisis, saying it was affecting energy security, maritime trade and supply chains
According to an Indian readout of PM’s participation, Modi stated that strong and trusted connectivity initiatives were important for the group’s shared progress and prosperity
Framing: Highlights Modi's criticism of terrorism as a strategic asset, framed in the context of Pakistan's SCO chairmanship
Facts Included:
PM Narendra Modi at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit
Modi said countries that use terrorism as an instrument of state policy, and provide shelter and support to terrorists, must be sent a strong message that terrorism can never be a strategic asset for anyone
Pakistan assumed the rotating chairmanship of the SCO from Kyrgyzstan on Tuesday and will host the heads of state summit next year
With Chinese President Xi Jinping also present, Modi reiterated India's position that all connectivity initiatives must respect sovereignty and territorial integrity of all States
Modi said that terrorism continued to pose a serious challenge to humanity
We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorist financing, recruitment, radicalisation, and safe havens
We must speak with one voice and make it clear that there can be no place for double standards on this serious issue
India and Pakistan together joined the China-dominated Eurasian grouping as full members in 2017
Modi said that the bloc’s shared aspiration for a peaceful and secure Eurasia is also closely linked to peace and stability in Afghanistan
Modi also addressed the West Asia crisis in his remarks saying it was affecting energy security, maritime trade, and supply chains around the world
The countries of the Global South bear the greatest brunt of such disruptions
According to an Indian readout, Modi stated that strong and trusted connectivity initiatives were important for the group’s shared progress and prosperity
The true measure of our success should be how many new opportunities our efforts create for young people
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ClaimPrime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message against terrorism at the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek on Tuesday, Sep 1.
ClaimModi said that terrorism continued to pose a serious challenge to humanity and it's important to not remain confined to an action-reaction approach.
ClaimAccording to an Indian readout of PM’s participation, Modi stated that strong and trusted connectivity initiatives were important for the group’s shared progress and prosperity.
ClaimWith Chinese President Xi Jinping also present, Modi reiterated India's position that all connectivity initiatives must respect sovereignty and territorial integrity of all States.
ClaimA key outcome for India was the approval of regulations for the Universal Centre for Countering Challenges and Threats to the Security of SCO Member States.