During the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a powerful speech addressing terrorism, with a focus on the Pahalgam attack, sending a firm message to Pakistan. Notably, this speech was made in the presence of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
What did PM Modi say?
PM Modi remarked, 'Recently, we witnessed an atrocious form of terrorism in Pahalgam. In this hour of grief, I express my gratitude to the friendly countries that stood by us. This attack was not just a strike on India's conscience, but an open challenge to every nation and individual who believes in humanity. Naturally, the question arises whether the overt support of terrorism by certain countries is acceptable to us.'
'India's SCO Policy and its Three Pillars'
In his speech, Prime Minister Modi outlined India's policy towards the SCO, emphasizing its three pillars: S for Security, C for Connectivity, and O for Opportunity. He stated that security, peace, and stability form the foundation for development, yet terrorism, separatism, and extremism pose significant challenges along this path.
Shehbaz’s Reaction to Modi's Speech
Modi delivered a clear message, asserting that double standards on terrorism are unacceptable, urging all nations to unite and oppose every form of it. As PM Modi spoke about terrorism, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was directly in front of him. When Modi mentioned the Pahalgam attack, Shehbaz's discomfort was palpable.
