India’s All-Party Delegation Briefs Singapore on Firm Anti-Terror Position
In a significant diplomatic outreach, an all-party Indian parliamentary delegation, led by JD(U) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, visited Singapore to convey India’s resolute stance against terrorism. The delegation met with Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs, Sim Ann, discussing India’s response to recent terror incidents and its broader counter-terrorism policy.
Context: Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam Attack
The visit follows the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, where 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen were killed. India attributes the attack to terrorists trained in Pakistan. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorist infrastructure across the Line of Control.
Delegation’s Mission and Engagements
The delegation’s primary objectives in Singapore included:
- Communicating India’s Zero-Tolerance Policy: Emphasizing India’s firm stance against terrorism and its commitment to decisive action.
- Seeking International Support: Urging Singapore to support India’s efforts in combating terrorism on global platforms.
- Highlighting Operation Sindoor: Providing insights into India’s targeted operations against terrorist networks.
During their stay, the delegation also engaged with Singaporean Members of Parliament, think tanks, academia, business leaders, media, and the Indian diaspora to further discuss India’s counter-terrorism strategies.
Statements from Delegation Leaders
MP Sanjay Kumar Jha emphasized India’s readiness to respond to any terrorist threats, stating, “India will not tolerate any nuclear blackmail and will strike precisely at terrorist hideouts.” He reiterated that India would not differentiate between the government sponsoring terrorism and the masterminds behind such acts.
Broader Diplomatic Outreach
The Singapore visit is part of a larger initiative where seven all-party delegations are visiting 25 countries to present a united front against terrorism. This global outreach aims to reinforce international support for India’s actions and perspective on cross-border terrorism, particularly those incidents linked to Pakistan.
India-Singapore Relations
India and Singapore share a robust strategic partnership, with cooperation spanning defense, maritime security, and counter-terrorism. Joint military exercises like SIMBEX and agreements on intelligence sharing underscore the depth of this relationship.
Conclusion
The all-party delegation’s visit to Singapore underscores India’s commitment to a comprehensive, bipartisan foreign policy approach in addressing terrorism on the global stage. By engaging international partners, India aims to build a coalition against terrorism and ensure global peace and security.
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