Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, the minister of external affairs, launched a full-scale offensive on Pakistan on Saturday, claiming that the country’s “GDP can be measured in terms of radicalization” and “exports in the form of terrorism.”
S. Jaishankar spoke about Pakistan ties with terrorism, ongoing global conflicts, international economy framework and India at the general debate of the 79th United Nations General Assembly
In his speech at the general debate of the 79th UN General Assembly, the minister stated, “Many nations fall behind because of events outside of their control. However, some people make deliberate decisions that have terrible results.”
Pakistan, our neighbor, is a prime example. Regretfully, their wrongdoings have an impact on others as well, particularly the neighborhood. The only way to quantify a country’s GDP when it fosters such extreme hatred among its citizens is to look at the amount of radicalization and terrorism it exports, the speaker said.
Today, we witness its own civilization being consumed by the evils it attempted to inflict on others. It is merely karma; it cannot hold the world responsible,” Jaishankar continued.
S. Jaishankar on Pakistan
Jaishankar sent a strong warning to Pakistan stating that their approach of counterterrorism across borders will not work. Furthermore, it cannot hope to go unpunished. On the other hand, there will undoubtedly be consequences for actions. The only matter that has to be settled between us at this point is Pakistan’s withdrawal from illegally captured Indian territory. And naturally, the breaking of Pakistan’s long-standing ties to terrorism.
Jaishankar denounced terrorism and demanded opposition to all of its “manifestations” and forms. The world’s values are all in opposition to terrorism. We must firmly reject it in all of its forms and expressions.
Jaishankar on global economy
“The unfairness of the current globalization framework has been a major contributing factor to many people falling behind. Many economies have been hollowed out by over-concentration of production, which has affected social stability and jobs in certain areas, the minister added.
Among other things, Jaishankar emphasized the importance of creating robust supply chains and guaranteeing reliable digital services. “Encouraging an open-source culture, democratizing global production, creating robust supply chains, and guaranteeing reliable digital services all contribute to universal prosperity. He stated that there are economic solutions, just as there are social ones.
Jaishankar on international conflicts
Making reference to the current violence in Ukraine as well as the escalating conflict in Gaza, Jaishankar stated, “The international community seeks urgent solutions whether it is the war in Ukraine or the conflict in Gaza. These feelings need to be recognized and taken into consideration.”
The globe is indeed divided and frustrated. Conversations have become difficult; agreements even more so. The minister declared, “This is definitely not what the United Nations’ founders would have wanted of us.”
The theme of this session emphasizes how urgent this call is. Leaving no one behind means promoting human dignity, sustainable development, and peace. This cannot be accomplished by a UN paralyzed in the face of violence, terrorism, division, and war,” he continued.
Jaishankar on India
“Assured access to piped water, electricity, cooking gas, and new homes are changing millions of lives. In terms of education, employment, and health, there is a growing movement toward closing the gender gap. Three times a year, our food producers easily access financial support with a single click,” Jaishankar said about India.
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