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| Move Beyond Declarations | | | While addressing the SCO meet in Tajikistan, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called upon the member countries to collectively dismantle the terror ecosystem and reaffirmed that there can be “no place” for those who finance, support, or shelter terrorists.
“The entire ecosystem of terrorism must be firmly and collectively dismantled,” he said.
The statement reflects a fundamental truth: terrorism cannot be defeated merely by eliminating individual terrorists. The networks that provide them with money, weapons, logistical assistance, ideological backing and safe havens must also be exposed and dismantled.
Terrorism is not confined by geographical boundaries. Its consequences extend far beyond the areas directly affected by violence, threatening economic development, disrupting tourism, creating fear among civilians and undermining public confidence in institutions.
No country can consider itself entirely safe when terrorist organisations continue to operate through international networks. Therefore, collective action is not simply an option; it is a necessity. The SCO, which brings together countries with significant regional and global influence, has an important role to play in strengthening counterterrorism cooperation. Its members must move beyond declarations and translate their commitments into concrete action. Intelligence sharing, coordinated investigations, effective border management and cooperation against terrorist financing should form the core of a common strategy. Equally important is the need to ensure that terrorism is not viewed through the prism of political convenience. Selective condemnation and double standards weaken international efforts and embolden extremist organisations. The financing of terrorism deserves particular attention. Terrorist organisations depend on financial networks to recruit members, procure weapons, maintain communication systems and organise attacks. Governments must strengthen financial monitoring, prevent the misuse of formal and informal channels and take strict action against individuals and entities providing material support to terrorist groups. Those who offer safe havens or shield perpetrators must also be held accountable under applicable national and international law. For India, which has suffered the consequences of terrorism for decades, the issue carries deep significance.
The country has consistently maintained that terrorism must be confronted without compromise and that its perpetrators, sponsors and supporters cannot be allowed to escape accountability. Rajnath Singh’s remarks reinforce this position while highlighting the importance of international solidarity. The message from the SCO platform is clear: the fight against terrorism must be collective, consistent and comprehensive. The international community must ensure that no terrorist organisation enjoys financial support, political protection or a safe sanctuary. Only through genuine cooperation, mutual accountability and decisive action can the world move towards a safer and more peaceful future. |
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