During the Brics foreign ministers’ meeting held in Cape Town, South Africa, on Thursday, India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar called for concerted efforts by all member nations to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Jaishankar, along with his counterparts from China and Russia, emphasized the need to take resolute measures against terrorism, including targeting its financing and propaganda. The meeting, which precedes the Brics summit scheduled for August, aims to address key global issues and promote collective action among the member countries.
Key Points:
Terrorism as a Major Global Threat:
EAM S Jaishankar highlighted terrorism as a significant threat to international peace and security. He stressed that terrorism must be combated in all its forms and manifestations and should never be tolerated under any circumstances.
Inclusive Approach:
Jaishankar called for a serious and constructive approach from Brics nations towards contemporary global issues. He emphasized that the member countries must collectively address these challenges, reflecting the changing global landscape and the need for a multipolar world order.
Reforming Global Decision-Making:
The Indian Foreign Minister urged Brics member states to demonstrate sincerity in their efforts to reform global decision-making processes, including those of the United Nations Security Council. He emphasized the need for equitable representation and greater involvement of emerging economies in global governance.
Participation of China and Russia:
Alongside EAM Jaishankar, the foreign ministers of China and Russia, Qin Gang and Sergey Lavrov, respectively, participated in the meeting. Their presence underscored the importance of collaboration and cooperation among Brics nations to tackle global challenges effectively.
Brics Summit Venue Controversy:
Reports surfaced suggesting that South Africa was considering relocating the Brics summit venue to either China or Mozambique due to an International Criminal Court (ICC) war crimes arrest warrant issued against Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, the official decision on the venue remains pending.
EAM S Jaishankar’s address at the Brics foreign ministers’ meeting emphasized the urgent need for united action against terrorism. He called for Brics nations to tackle this menace by targeting its financing and propaganda while underscoring the importance of reforming global decision-making structures. The participation of China and Russia in the meeting highlighted the commitment of all member states to address global challenges collectively. The upcoming Brics summit aims to strengthen cooperation among member countries and promote a multipolar world order.