Suryaa National Desk: Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar clearly... Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar clarified. He emphasized the importance of furthering the relationship between the two countries in the areas of trade, investment, high technology and energy.
At the same time, he strongly called upon all the countries of the world to show an uncompromising stance on terrorism and to adopt a policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism. Jaishankar made these comments while participating in a special event in Mumbai along with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the occasion of America's independence celebrations. He opined that in accordance with the changing international political situation, the two countries should keep in mind the mutual interests and take steps towards common interests. He praised the partnership between India and the US as playing a vital role in maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region. Commemorating the Mumbai terror attack, Jaishankar paid tributes to the martyrs who lost their lives and said that the international community needs to work together to eradicate the roots of terrorism.
India has clearly exercised its right of self-defense in the face of terrorism and expected its allies to act sternly without making any exceptions. On this occasion, he welcomed the decision taken by the US administration regarding the extradition of the accused of the Mumbai attacks. Jaishankar said that India-US bilateral relations have achieved tremendous growth in all fields in the past few decades despite various challenges. He expressed confidence that the growing cooperation between the two countries through platforms like technology, defense and the Quad Alliance would pave the way for future innovations. Political analysts are of the opinion that this diplomatic bond will become stronger in the coming period and contribute to international peace.
