During the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Qingdao, China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivered a strong message against terrorism, indirectly targeting Pakistan. He highlighted the challenges of peace and security in the region, attributing them to radicalization, extremism, and terrorism. Singh emphasized the need for collective action and unity to combat these threats. He criticized nations that use cross-border terrorism as a policy tool and provide shelter to terrorists, advocating for a unified stance against such practices within the SCO framework. Singh also referenced India’s Operation Sindoor as a measure to defend against cross-border terrorism and deter future attacks.
