External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the necessity of effectively addressing conflicts and tensions, urging the global community to adopt a stance of “zero tolerance” towards terrorism.
During his remarks on Thursday, he expressed concern about the situation in West Asia, highlighting widespread fears that the ongoing conflict could escalate further in the region. He noted the significant impact on maritime trade and warned that the human and material consequences of further escalation could be severe.
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar arrives at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Thursday(AP)
Representing Prime Minister Modi at the outreach session, Dr. Jaishankar acknowledged that while the world has experienced forces of change, many long standing issues have only become more complicated.
He pointed out that there is a continuous diversification in production and consumption patterns. Countries that gained independence from colonial rule have made strides in development and socio-economic advancement. New capabilities have emerged, allowing for the harnessing of greater talent.
However, he also noted that many past inequities persist and have taken on new forms.
To foster a more equitable global order, Dr. Jaishankar proposed strengthening and expanding independent platforms, widening choices across various domains, and reducing undue dependence on those that could be manipulated.
He called for reforming established institutions and mechanisms, particularly the UN Security Council, and highlighted the need to modernize multilateral development banks, which operate under outdated procedures.
Additionally, Dr. Jaishankar advocated for democratizing the global economy by establishing more production hubs. He stressed that the Covid-19 pandemic underscored the necessity for more resilient, redundant, and shorter supply chains.
He urged the need to rectify distortions in global infrastructure that are remnants of the colonial era, emphasizing that the world urgently requires enhanced connectivity options to improve logistics and mitigate risks.
Statement
”Addressing conflicts and tensions effectively is a particular need of the day. Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi has emphasised that this is not an era of war. Disputes and differences must be settled by dialogue and diplomacy. Agreements, once reached, must be scrupulously respected. International law should be adhered to, without exception. And there should be zero tolerance for terrorism,” he said addressing the BRICS Outreach Session in Kazan.
”Any approach has to be fair and durable, leading to a two state solution,” he added.
”This economic, political and cultural rebalancing has now reached a point where we can contemplate real multi-polarity. The BRICS itself is a statement of how profoundly the old order is changing,” he added.
”This must be a collective endeavour for common good, with utmost respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty,” he added.
The minister said all countries share experiences and new initiatives. ”India’s Digital Public Infrastructure, its Unified Payments Interface and the Gati Shakti infrastructure, all hold a larger relevance,” he added.
Jaishaknar at BRICS Summit: 5 points
Jaishankar said, “First, by strengthening and expanding platforms of an independent nature. And by widening the choices in different domains and minimising undue reliance on those that can be leveraged. This is really where BRICS can make a difference for the Global South.”
The External Affairs Minister also advocated for reforming the United Nations Security Council, stating that, “Second, by reforming established institutions and mechanisms, especially the UN Security Council in the permanent and the non-permanent categories. So too the multilateral development banks, whose working procedures are just as outdated as that of the UN. India initiated an effort during its G20 Presidency and we are glad to see Brazil take that forward.”
Advocating for the democratization of the global economy by establishing additional production hubs, Jaishankar stated, “Third, by democratizing the global economy through creating more production hubs. The Covid experience is a sharp reminder of the need for more resilient, redundant and shorter supply chains. For essential needs, every region legitimately aspires to create their own production capabilities.”
Jaishankar added, "Fourth, by correcting distortions in global infrastructure that are a legacy from the colonial era. The world urgently needs more connectivity options that enhance logistics and mitigate risks. This must be a collective endeavor for common good, with utmost respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty."
Jaishankar referenced Indian initiatives such as the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and the Gati Shakti infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of sharing experiences and new initiatives. He said, “And fifth, by sharing experiences and new initiatives. India's Digital Public Infrastructure, its Unified Payments Interface and the Gati Shakti infrastructure, all hold a greater relevance. The International Solar Alliance, the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, the Global Biofuel Alliance, Mission LiFE and the International Big Cat Alliance are similarly initiatives of common interest. As a First Responder, be it for natural calamities, health emergencies or economic crises, we seek to do our fair share.”
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