Defence Minister Singh stresses anti-terrorism stance at SCO meet
At a key SCO meeting in Qingdao, China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made it clear that India has "zero tolerance" for terrorism.
He called out the need for global teamwork against terror groups, saying peace and prosperity just can't happen alongside terrorism or weapons of mass destruction.
Defence minister links attack to Pakistan, urges action against terrorists
Singh pointed to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists, linking it to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (though he didn't name Pakistan directly).
He described Operation Sindoor—launched on May 7, 2025—as India's way to stop cross-border terror threats before they happen.
Singh urged other countries in the group to hold everyone involved in terror—planners, funders, and supporters—responsible.
Singh highlights India's push for better regional connections
Singh also highlighted India's push for better regional connections and support, especially as Afghanistan's biggest regional partner.
Notably, he refused to sign a joint statement because it skipped over direct mentions of terrorism and the Pahalgam attack.
This move showed India isn't afraid to stand its ground within a group that includes China, Russia, and Pakistan.