'Steeped in terrorism...serial loan borrower': India blasts Pakistan at UN
What's the story
India has slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with Permanent Representative Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish accusing Islamabad of supporting terrorism and mismanaging its economy. Speaking at a high-level debate on peace and multilateralism, Harish called Pakistan a "serial borrower from the IMF" and a country "steeped in fanaticism and terrorism." He contrasted India's progress with Pakistan's situation, calling India a "mature democracy" and a "surging economy."
Accountability call
Harish stresses need for accountability in terror cases
"On the one hand, there is India which is a mature democracy, a surging economy and a pluralistic and inclusive society. At the other extreme is Pakistan, steeped in fanaticism and terrorism, and a serial borrower from the IMF," he said. Harish also stressed the need for accountability in terror cases, referring to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. He said there should be a serious cost to states violating good neighborliness by fomenting cross-border terrorism.
Operation details
Operation Sindoor
Operation Sindoor, which was carried out on May 7, targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoJK. It was a focused and non-escalatory action that ended on May 10 at Pakistan's direct request. Harish also highlighted how modern conflicts have changed, with non-state actors being used as proxies by state actors. He also said that cross-border funding, arms trafficking, training of terrorists, and the spread of radical ideologies are being facilitated by modern digital and communication technologies.
Peace pledge
India's commitment to international peace and stability
In conclusion, Harish reaffirmed India's commitment to international peace and stability, calling India a responsible actor and a "founding member of the United Nations...collectively working toward a more peaceful, prosperous, and just and equitable world." He stressed that national ownership is key to resolving conflicts peacefully. "India remains committed to working towards international peace and security through multilateralism and peaceful settlement of disputes," the ambassador said.