Govt sensitising other countries on cross border terrorism: Centre

New Delhi, Jul 31: The Government of India on Friday said it has intensified diplomatic efforts to build international pressure against cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan and secure greater accountability for terrorist networks and their supporters.
The issue was raised in the Lok Sabha by Member Parliament Pratima Mondal, who sought details of the measurable diplomatic outcomes achieved by the Government in securing stronger international action against cross-border terrorism, the framework guiding India’s strategic autonomy while engaging with the US, Russia, Europe, BRICS and SCO, and the diplomatic initiatives taken in view of the strategic convergence between China and Pakistan and reported Chinese support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
In response, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said the Government has been continuously sensitising other countries about cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan during high-level and official visits.
He said India has established Joint Working Groups on Counter Terrorism with 31 countries and six multilateral groupings, where such issues are regularly discussed.
The Minister said India’s actions following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025 have been recognised by several countries. He said condemnation of the attack was reflected in outcome documents at various multilateral forums, including the UNSC Press Statement, India-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue, FATF, QUAD Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and BRICS Leaders’ Summit.
He further said the Resistance Front (TRF), described by the Government as a proxy of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayyiba and involved in the Pahalgam terror attack, was designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) by the US Administration on July 18, 2025. The UNSC 1267 Sanctions Committee’s monitoring report also referred to TRF’s links with the Pahalgam attack.
On the broader issue of terrorism financing, Singh said India’s efforts have contributed to the listing of several terrorist entities and individuals linked to Pakistan by the UN, European Union and other countries. He added that Pakistan has faced sustained international scrutiny over its failure to prevent financial support to terrorist networks.
On India’s foreign policy and strategic partnerships, the Minister said national interest and strategic autonomy remain the guiding principles. He said India’s engagement with BRICS and SCO is consistent with its foreign policy objectives and does not affect its bilateral partnerships with other countries.
On the security implications of the China-Pakistan convergence, the Government said it closely monitors all developments having a bearing on India’s national security and takes all necessary measures to safeguard the country’s interests and ensure comprehensive national security across all domains. (KNO)