<p>India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar has slammed the United Nations (UN) for being a bystander when it comes to international affairs while stating that the international organisation was behaving like an "old company, not entirely keeping up with the market but still occupying the space".</p>

<p>Jaishankar was speaking at the Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi where he made the scathing remarks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At the end of the day, however sub-optimal it is in functioning, it is still the only multilateral game in town but when it doesn't step up on key issues, countries figure out their own ways of doing it," Jaishankar said</p>

<p>"Let's take the last 5-10 years, probably the biggest thing which happened in our lives was COVID. Think about what did the UN do on COVID. I think the answer is not very much," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Referring to the ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East and the UN's inability to stop them, Jaishankar stated, "Where is the UN on them, essentially a bystander?"</p>

<p>"Increasingly there is a non-UN space," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>India seeks&nbsp;permanent membership&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>India has been seeking permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for several years now, but to no avail.</p>

<p>Despite the US, UK, France and Bhutan among other countries voicing support for India's bid to become a permanent member last week during the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, not much has been done to address the issue.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UNSC eight times, with the most recent being the 2021-22 term. In May earlier this year, Jaishankar said New Delhi was exerting pressure to get a permanent seat in the UNSC</p>

<p>“Regarding UNSC's permanent membership, our aim is to get it as soon as possible. But, this target won’t be achieved that soon. Because the permanent members still enjoy a lot of clout. Whether it’s the Ukraine or Gaza, they have dealings amongst themselves on issues that affect the whole world. So, they won’t want it (number of permanent members) to become six, seven or eight," said Jaishankar at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So, if we have to come, we will have to make everyone aware, putting pressure and persuading them, only then will we achieve our target,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar has slammed the United Nations (UN) for being a bystander when it comes to international affairs while stating that the international organisation was behaving like an "old company, not entirely keeping up with the market but still occupying the space".

India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar has slammed the United Nations (UN) for being a bystander when it comes to international affairs while stating that the international organisation was behaving like an "old company, not entirely keeping up with the market but still occupying the space". Jaishankar was speaking at the Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi where he made the scathing remarks. "At the end of the day, however sub-optimal it is in functioning, it is still the only multilateral game in town but when it doesn't step up on key issues, countries figure out their own ways of doing it," Jaishankar said "Let's take the last 5-10 years, probably the biggest thing which happened in our lives was COVID. Think about what did the UN do on COVID. I think the answer is not very much," he added. Referring to the ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East and the UN's inability to stop them, Jaishankar stated, "Where is the UN on them, essentially a bystander?" "Increasingly there is a non-UN space," he added. Watch | Indian EAM S Jaishankar says 'era of uninterrupted dialogue with Pakistan is over India seeks permanent membership India has been seeking permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for several years now, but to no avail. Despite the US, UK, France and Bhutan among other countries voicing support for India's bid to become a permanent member last week during the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, not much has been done to address the issue. Also read | Dinner with Kim Jong Un or George Soros? Indian EAM Jaishankar's witty reply wins internet India has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UNSC eight times, with the most recent being the 2021-22 term. In May earlier this year, Jaishankar said New Delhi was exerting pressure to get a permanent seat in the UNSC “Regarding UNSC's permanent membership, our aim is to get it as soon as possible. But, this target won’t be achieved that soon. Because the permanent members still enjoy a lot of clout. Whether it’s the Ukraine or Gaza, they have dealings amongst themselves on issues that affect the whole world. So, they won’t want it (number of permanent members) to become six, seven or eight," said Jaishankar at the time. "So, if we have to come, we will have to make everyone aware, putting pressure and persuading them, only then will we achieve our target,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

S Jaishankar tears into 'sub-optimal' UN, calls it a 'bystander' for not stepping up on key issues

<p>India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar arrived in Russia on Monday (Dec 25) on a five-day visit. Jaishankar landed in the capital city of Moscow where he will hold talks with his counterpart and discuss bilateral and global issues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Arrived in Moscow. Look forward to my engagements," Jaishankar said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.</p>

<p>The last visit of EAM Jaishankar to Russia was in November 2022, during which he engaged in discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov.</p>

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<p>Jaishankar also posted a 1962 invite from the then-Soviet Union which&nbsp;commemorated Yuri Gagarin's feat of becoming the first human to enter space. Interestingly,&nbsp;Jaishankar's first posting as an IFS (Indian Forest Service) officer was to Moscow.</p>

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<p>During the visit, Jaishankar is also expected to travel to St. Petersburg, according to the&nbsp;Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The time-tested India-Russia partnership has remained stable and resilient and continues to be characterized by the spirit of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership," MEA said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Focusing on the strong people-to-people and cultural ties between our two countries, the external affairs minister's programme will include engagements in Moscow and St. Petersburg," added MEA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visit assumes importance as several Russian dignitaries paid high-level visits to India this year, coinciding with New Delhi's presidency of the SCO and G20.</p>

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<p>India’s presidency of the G20 saw several visits from Russia, including Foreign Minister Lavrov and Head of the Federation Council (Upper House of Russian Parliament) Valentina Matvienko.</p>

<p>Russia’s delegation to SCO meetings featured key figures, including Foreign Minister Lavrov, Secretary of the Russian Security Council Nikolai Patrushev, Minister of Emergency Situations Alexander Kurenkov, and Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu.</p>

<p>Despite Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the relations between Moscow and New Delhi have remained strong. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly called for an end to the war, he has made sure not to antagonise Moscow with any sharp statements, thereby maintaining a delicate diplomatic balance.&nbsp;</p>

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India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar arrived in Russia on Monday (Dec 25) on a five-day visit. Jaishankar landed in the capital city of Moscow where he will hold talks with his counterpart and discuss bilateral and global issues.

India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar arrived in Russia on Monday (Dec 25) on a five-day visit. Jaishankar landed in the capital city of Moscow where he will hold talks with his counterpart and discuss bilateral and global issues. "Arrived in Moscow. Look forward to my engagements," Jaishankar said in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. The last visit of EAM Jaishankar to Russia was in November 2022, during which he engaged in discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov. Arrived in Moscow. Look forward to my engagements. pic.twitter.com/ddgNoNVA1X — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 25, 2023 × Jaishankar also posted a 1962 invite from the then-Soviet Union which commemorated Yuri Gagarin's feat of becoming the first human to enter space. Interestingly, Jaishankar's first posting as an IFS (Indian Forest Service) officer was to Moscow. How it started How it’s going pic.twitter.com/x70purbYzF — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 25, 2023 × During the visit, Jaishankar is also expected to travel to St. Petersburg, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). "The time-tested India-Russia partnership has remained stable and resilient and continues to be characterized by the spirit of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership," MEA said in a statement. "Focusing on the strong people-to-people and cultural ties between our two countries, the external affairs minister's programme will include engagements in Moscow and St. Petersburg," added MEA. The visit assumes importance as several Russian dignitaries paid high-level visits to India this year, coinciding with New Delhi's presidency of the SCO and G20. Watch | Foreign Minister Jaishankar in Russia through Christmas × India’s presidency of the G20 saw several visits from Russia, including Foreign Minister Lavrov and Head of the Federation Council (Upper House of Russian Parliament) Valentina Matvienko. Russia’s delegation to SCO meetings featured key figures, including Foreign Minister Lavrov, Secretary of the Russian Security Council Nikolai Patrushev, Minister of Emergency Situations Alexander Kurenkov, and Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu. Despite Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the relations between Moscow and New Delhi have remained strong. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly called for an end to the war, he has made sure not to antagonise Moscow with any sharp statements, thereby maintaining a delicate diplomatic balance. (With inputs from agencies)

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrives in Russia on five-day visit

<p>Amid the India-Canada diplomatic row over the killing of a terrorist, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar slammed some countries' response to terrorism based on political convenience, in a hard-hitting address at&nbsp;the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26).</p>

<p>Jaishankar gave the statement amid escalating tensions between India and Canada, which&nbsp;is a safe haven for Khalistani extremists even as it accused India of being involved in the killing of the terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.</p>

<p>Jaishankar also attacked "cherry-picking" by member states when it comes to respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs.</p>

<p>“We must never again allow an injustice like vaccine apartheid to recur. Climate Action too cannot continue to witness an evasion of historical responsibilities. The power of markets should not be utilised to steer food and energy from the needy to the wealthy. Nor must we countenance that political convenience determines responses to terrorism, extremism and violence. Similarly, respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs cannot be exercises&nbsp;in cherry-picking. When reality departs from rhetoric, we must have the courage to call it out," he said.</p>

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<h2><strong>'Namaste from Bharat'</strong></h2>

<p>The minister started his speech by greeting the listeners in Indian style 'namaste' and using the name 'Bharat' instead of India, the traditional name of the country which the government is seeking formalise.<br />
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“Namaste from Bharat!...Our fullest support to this UNGA's theme of rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity. This is an occasion to take stock of our achievements and challenges even while sharing our aspirations and goals. Indeed, in regard to both, there is much that India has to share," he said.<br />
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"The world is witnessing an exception period of turmoil...At this juncture, it was with a sense of exceptional responsibility India took up the presidency of G20. Our vision of 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' sought to focus on the key concerns of the many just the narrow interests of the few,” he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Jaishankar calls for making Security Council 'contemporary'</strong></h2>

<p>The foreign minister backed the UN Security Council reforms, calling for making it 'contemporary'.<br />
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“It was noteworthy that at India's initiative, the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. By doing so, we gave voice to an entire continent which has long been its due. This significant step in reform should inspire the United Nations, a much older organisation, to also make the Security Council contemporary,” he added.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Trudeau: Canada shared intelligence on murder with India weeks ago</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>'Still few nations shape agenda, this won't go unchallenged'</strong></h2>

<p>Jaishankar pointed out how some nations have been shaping agendas and defining norms and added that it is important that 'rule-makers do not subjugate rule-takers'.<br />
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"It is still a few nations who shape the agenda and seek to define the norms. This can't go on indefinitely nor will it go unchallenged. A fair, equitable and democratic order will surely emerge once we all put our minds to it. And for a start, that means ensuring that rule-makers do not subjugate rule-takers,” he said.</p>

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Amid the India-Canada diplomatic row over the killing of a terrorist, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar slammed some countries' response to terrorism based on political convenience, in a hard-hitting address at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26).

Amid the India-Canada diplomatic row over the killing of a terrorist, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar slammed some countries' response to terrorism based on political convenience, in a hard-hitting address at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Tuesday (Sep 26). Jaishankar gave the statement amid escalating tensions between India and Canada, which is a safe haven for Khalistani extremists even as it accused India of being involved in the killing of the terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Jaishankar also attacked "cherry-picking" by member states when it comes to respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs. “We must never again allow an injustice like vaccine apartheid to recur. Climate Action too cannot continue to witness an evasion of historical responsibilities. The power of markets should not be utilised to steer food and energy from the needy to the wealthy. Nor must we countenance that political convenience determines responses to terrorism, extremism and violence. Similarly, respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs cannot be exercises in cherry-picking. When reality departs from rhetoric, we must have the courage to call it out," he said. ALSO READ | Nijjar murder row: Canada updates travel advisory for India, asks its citizens to remain vigilant 'Namaste from Bharat' The minister started his speech by greeting the listeners in Indian style 'namaste' and using the name 'Bharat' instead of India, the traditional name of the country which the government is seeking formalise. “Namaste from Bharat!...Our fullest support to this UNGA's theme of rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity. This is an occasion to take stock of our achievements and challenges even while sharing our aspirations and goals. Indeed, in regard to both, there is much that India has to share," he said. "The world is witnessing an exception period of turmoil...At this juncture, it was with a sense of exceptional responsibility India took up the presidency of G20. Our vision of 'One Earth, One Family, One Future' sought to focus on the key concerns of the many just the narrow interests of the few,” he added. Jaishankar calls for making Security Council 'contemporary' The foreign minister backed the UN Security Council reforms, calling for making it 'contemporary'. “It was noteworthy that at India's initiative, the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. By doing so, we gave voice to an entire continent which has long been its due. This significant step in reform should inspire the United Nations, a much older organisation, to also make the Security Council contemporary,” he added. WATCH | Trudeau: Canada shared intelligence on murder with India weeks ago 'Still few nations shape agenda, this won't go unchallenged' Jaishankar pointed out how some nations have been shaping agendas and defining norms and added that it is important that 'rule-makers do not subjugate rule-takers'. "It is still a few nations who shape the agenda and seek to define the norms. This can't go on indefinitely nor will it go unchallenged. A fair, equitable and democratic order will surely emerge once we all put our minds to it. And for a start, that means ensuring that rule-makers do not subjugate rule-takers,” he said. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has revealed how New Delhi managed to forge a joint statement at the end of the G20 Summit in New Delhi last week when many had dubbed it an unlikely outcome.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to WION's Diplomatic Correspondent&nbsp;Siddhant Sibal in an exclusive interview, Jaishankar said apart from negotiating with the other G19 countries, it was Prime Minister Narendra Modi who stepped up during the crucial moments.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Within the realms of what is publicly disclosable, I would say, you know, at one level, you know, at one level there was a belief that this was G20. There has never been a G20 summit without a statement, but of course, the G20 has never faced the kind of problem that it has," Jaishankar told WION.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The EAM said negotiators worked round the clock to bridge the gaps and close out the positions. However,&nbsp;when they hit any roadblocks, they would always come to him and he, in turn, would reach out to the PM.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"On<b>&nbsp;</b>the last day of the summit<b>,&nbsp;</b>I had to&nbsp;even go to the prime minister on certain issues.&nbsp;So all of that, you know, came together, really. In terms of how did it happen? I would say, you know, there were certain countries certainly you know, Brazil, South Africa, India. Clearly in the lead, Indonesia, to some extent, I think you can say the&nbsp;countries in the middle took a lot of initiative in trying to find a common landing ground. But again, I will give credit to the entire G20, this wouldn't have happened if every one of the G20 countries didn't feel that need to step up and come together."</p>

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<p>Further explaining how PM Modi played a pivotal part in the successful hosting of the summit and the eventual language of the joint statement, Jaishankar revealed that the PM talked to his counterparts to resolve any deadlock.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He [PM Modi] always has that sense, that look he was there, and as I said, in the last few hours, when we hit last few roadblocks, you know, I went to him in some cases and I said you know, it would help us if you talk to your counterpart leader and he was always willing."</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi's G20 vision</strong></h2>

<p>Jaishankar added that it was the vision of the PM to take G20 to different cities of the country, instead of just confining it to a&nbsp;few meetings between officials in closed rooms.</p>

<p>"I would say we were enormously helped by the fact&nbsp;that we had a vision -- the vision and ambition of the prime minister in taking forward the G20. A lot of the concepts were his, the idea we do it in different cities, we do it in this way, projecting our culture, our traditions. He was not happy, just officials meeting in rooms. For him what was the impact of that in the world? So he encouraged us to take it out, to involve universities, colleges, and professional organisations," said the EAM.&nbsp;</p>

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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has revealed how New Delhi managed to forge a joint statement at the end of the G20 Summit in New Delhi last week when many had dubbed it an unlikely outcome.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has revealed how New Delhi managed to forge a joint statement at the end of the G20 Summit in New Delhi last week when many had dubbed it an unlikely outcome. Speaking to WION's Diplomatic Correspondent Siddhant Sibal in an exclusive interview, Jaishankar said apart from negotiating with the other G19 countries, it was Prime Minister Narendra Modi who stepped up during the crucial moments. "Within the realms of what is publicly disclosable, I would say, you know, at one level, you know, at one level there was a belief that this was G20. There has never been a G20 summit without a statement, but of course, the G20 has never faced the kind of problem that it has," Jaishankar told WION. The EAM said negotiators worked round the clock to bridge the gaps and close out the positions. However, when they hit any roadblocks, they would always come to him and he, in turn, would reach out to the PM. "On the last day of the summit, I had to even go to the prime minister on certain issues. So all of that, you know, came together, really. In terms of how did it happen? I would say, you know, there were certain countries certainly you know, Brazil, South Africa, India. Clearly in the lead, Indonesia, to some extent, I think you can say the countries in the middle took a lot of initiative in trying to find a common landing ground. But again, I will give credit to the entire G20, this wouldn't have happened if every one of the G20 countries didn't feel that need to step up and come together." Also read | EAM Jaishankar to WION: G20 Summit marks an 'Inflection Point' for a rising India Further explaining how PM Modi played a pivotal part in the successful hosting of the summit and the eventual language of the joint statement, Jaishankar revealed that the PM talked to his counterparts to resolve any deadlock. "He [PM Modi] always has that sense, that look he was there, and as I said, in the last few hours, when we hit last few roadblocks, you know, I went to him in some cases and I said you know, it would help us if you talk to your counterpart leader and he was always willing." × PM Modi's G20 vision Jaishankar added that it was the vision of the PM to take G20 to different cities of the country, instead of just confining it to a few meetings between officials in closed rooms. "I would say we were enormously helped by the fact that we had a vision -- the vision and ambition of the prime minister in taking forward the G20. A lot of the concepts were his, the idea we do it in different cities, we do it in this way, projecting our culture, our traditions. He was not happy, just officials meeting in rooms. For him what was the impact of that in the world? So he encouraged us to take it out, to involve universities, colleges, and professional organisations," said the EAM. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

India's EAM S Jaishankar reveals how India pulled off G20 joint statement diplomatic success

<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the issue of some world leaders deciding to skip the upcoming G20 Summit scheduled to take place in New Delhi. Speaking during the Doordarshan Dialogue, titled "G20: The India Way," Jaishankar urged to&nbsp;shift attention away from who will attend and instead concentrating on the positions that countries will take on key global issues during the summit, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jaishankar expressed the view that the ultimate determinant of a country's stance should not be solely based on the level of representation at the event.</p>

<p>"At the end of the day, countries are represented by whoever they have chosen to represent them so the levels of representations do not become the final determinant of the position of a country," Jaishankar said.</p>

<p>"So I would say rather than focus necessarily on which country chose to come at what level, the real issue is what position they take when they come. That's really what it is we will remember about this G20 for the outcomes it produced."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Regarding the absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit, Jaishankar noted that countries are represented by the individuals they have chosen to send.</p>

<p>He urged observers to focus on the outcomes and results produced by the G20, rather than fixating on the attendance levels of specific leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>China's and Russia's participation&nbsp;at G20 Summit</strong></h2>

<p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China announced that the Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 18th G20 Summit in New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reportedly said, "At the invitation of the government of the Republic of India, Premier of the State Council Li Qiang will attend the 18th G20 Summit to be held in New Delhi, India, on September 9 and 10."&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, no explanation was provided for President Xi's absence.</p>

<p>On the Russian front, President Vladimir Putin opted not to attend the summit, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov representing Russia instead.</p>

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<p>Lavrov is scheduled to participate in multiple sessions and hold bilateral meetings during the event.</p>

<h2><strong>Confidence in G20&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Jaishankar expressed confidence that all G20 member countries would approach the summit with seriousness, recognising the significance of the meeting amid the current global political landscape.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine says Russian drone hit NATO member Romania</strong></p>

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<p>Jaishankar said, "I'm very confident you know whatever the levels of representation that every G20 member will come to this meeting very seriously in the mode that they have to make their contribution to what is an important inflection point today in global politics."</p>

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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the issue of some world leaders deciding to skip the upcoming G20 Summit scheduled to take place in New Delhi.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the issue of some world leaders deciding to skip the upcoming G20 Summit scheduled to take place in New Delhi. Speaking during the Doordarshan Dialogue, titled "G20: The India Way," Jaishankar urged to shift attention away from who will attend and instead concentrating on the positions that countries will take on key global issues during the summit, media reports said. Jaishankar expressed the view that the ultimate determinant of a country's stance should not be solely based on the level of representation at the event. "At the end of the day, countries are represented by whoever they have chosen to represent them so the levels of representations do not become the final determinant of the position of a country," Jaishankar said. "So I would say rather than focus necessarily on which country chose to come at what level, the real issue is what position they take when they come. That's really what it is we will remember about this G20 for the outcomes it produced." Also Read | West Bank: Israeli forces kill Islamic Jihad gunman, wound Palestinian Regarding the absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit, Jaishankar noted that countries are represented by the individuals they have chosen to send. He urged observers to focus on the outcomes and results produced by the G20, rather than fixating on the attendance levels of specific leaders. China's and Russia's participation at G20 Summit The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China announced that the Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 18th G20 Summit in New Delhi. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reportedly said, "At the invitation of the government of the Republic of India, Premier of the State Council Li Qiang will attend the 18th G20 Summit to be held in New Delhi, India, on September 9 and 10." However, no explanation was provided for President Xi's absence. On the Russian front, President Vladimir Putin opted not to attend the summit, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov representing Russia instead. Also Read | After ‘largest ever’ wildfires, Greece witnesses heavy rains and flooding; one dead Lavrov is scheduled to participate in multiple sessions and hold bilateral meetings during the event. Confidence in G20 Jaishankar expressed confidence that all G20 member countries would approach the summit with seriousness, recognising the significance of the meeting amid the current global political landscape. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine says Russian drone hit NATO member Romania × Jaishankar said, "I'm very confident you know whatever the levels of representation that every G20 member will come to this meeting very seriously in the mode that they have to make their contribution to what is an important inflection point today in global politics." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is heading to Russia for a two-day bilateral visit. The top Indian minister is expected to hold an audience with&nbsp;Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade and Industry Denis Manturov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday. However, it is not clear if he will be meeting President Vladimir Putin.</p>

<p>"The external affairs minister will meet his counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, the foreign minister of Russia. Discussions are expected to cover the entire range of bilateral issues as well as exchange of views on various regional and international developments," said MEA spokesperson&nbsp;Arindam Bagchi.</p>

<p>"Issues pertaining to bilateral economic cooperation in various domains will be discussed."</p>

<p>The visit by&nbsp;Jaishankar comes right before the G-20 summit, scheduled to take place in Bali from November 15-16.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The G-20 summit assumes importance because this will be the first time since the Russia-Ukraine conflict broke out in February that western leaders, including US President Joe Biden, will be in the same room.</p>

<p>Up until now, India has carefully nurdled its position on the issue with Jaishankar leading the charge.&nbsp;New Delhi hasn't condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine but has requested to solve the conflict through&nbsp;diplomacy and dialogue.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-reacts-on-pm-modis-not-an-era-of-war-remark-calls-out-west-for-misquoting-519196"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Russia: West misquoting, selectively picking PM Modi's 'not an era of war' remark</strong></a></p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Russia later this year. Thus, Jaishankar could be laying the groundwork for things to come. As the western bloc attempts to alienate Russia, it becomes highly crucial for Putin to have New Delhi in its corner.</p>

<p>Moreover, the visit comes in the backdrop of&nbsp;Russia becoming India's largest oil supplier in the month of October. According to reports, Kremlin now supplies almost 22 per cent of India's total crude imports, beating the likes of Saudi Arabia and Iraq.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier this year, when western pressure was at full tilt on New Delhi to stop importing oil from Russia, S Jaishankar took a rather strong approach and shut the western media saying&nbsp;"buying Russian gas is not funding the war".</p>

<p>"Why it's only Indian money and fund coming from India and not gas coming to Europe which funds war, let's be even-handed out," said Jaishankar at the Globsec 2022 Bratislava forum.</p>

<p>"Why countries in Europe and West and the United States, why don`t they allow Iranian oil in the market why don`t they allow Venezuela oil to come to the market? They have squeezed every other source of oil we have and then say you will not go to the market and get the best deal for the people, it's not a fair approach," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india/buying-russian-gas-is-not-funding-the-war-says-jaishankar-484836"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Buying Russian gas is not funding the war, says Jaishankar</strong></a></p>

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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is heading to Russia for a two-day bilateral visit. The top Indian minister is expected to hold an audience with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade and Industry Denis Manturov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is heading to Russia for a two-day bilateral visit. The top Indian minister is expected to hold an audience with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade and Industry Denis Manturov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday. However, it is not clear if he will be meeting President Vladimir Putin. "The external affairs minister will meet his counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, the foreign minister of Russia. Discussions are expected to cover the entire range of bilateral issues as well as exchange of views on various regional and international developments," said MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi. "Issues pertaining to bilateral economic cooperation in various domains will be discussed." The visit by Jaishankar comes right before the G-20 summit, scheduled to take place in Bali from November 15-16. The G-20 summit assumes importance because this will be the first time since the Russia-Ukraine conflict broke out in February that western leaders, including US President Joe Biden, will be in the same room. Up until now, India has carefully nurdled its position on the issue with Jaishankar leading the charge. New Delhi hasn't condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine but has requested to solve the conflict through diplomacy and dialogue. Read more: Russia: West misquoting, selectively picking PM Modi's 'not an era of war' remark Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Russia later this year. Thus, Jaishankar could be laying the groundwork for things to come. As the western bloc attempts to alienate Russia, it becomes highly crucial for Putin to have New Delhi in its corner. Moreover, the visit comes in the backdrop of Russia becoming India's largest oil supplier in the month of October. According to reports, Kremlin now supplies almost 22 per cent of India's total crude imports, beating the likes of Saudi Arabia and Iraq. WATCH | Russian foreign minister meets Indian EAM S Jaishankar × Earlier this year, when western pressure was at full tilt on New Delhi to stop importing oil from Russia, S Jaishankar took a rather strong approach and shut the western media saying "buying Russian gas is not funding the war". "Why it's only Indian money and fund coming from India and not gas coming to Europe which funds war, let's be even-handed out," said Jaishankar at the Globsec 2022 Bratislava forum. "Why countries in Europe and West and the United States, why don`t they allow Iranian oil in the market why don`t they allow Venezuela oil to come to the market? They have squeezed every other source of oil we have and then say you will not go to the market and get the best deal for the people, it's not a fair approach," he added. Read more: Buying Russian gas is not funding the war, says Jaishankar (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday to discuss the Afghanistan crisis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jaishankar said on Twitter, "Spoke to US Secretary of State Blinken. Continued our discussions on Afghanistan. Also exchanged views on the agenda of UNSC." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The US secretary of state also said he and Jaishankar discussed shared priorities of the two countries, which include continued coordination on Afghanistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a tweet, the US secretary of state said, "Spoke with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today to discuss our shared priorities including continued coordination on Afghanistan and in the United Nations. Look forward to continuing to deepen our partnership."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>US State Department spokesperson Ned Price also said Blinken and Jaishankar agreed to remain "closely coordinated on shared goals and priorities to deepen the US-India partnership."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, India had strongly condemned the deadly bomb blasts that rocked Afghanistan's capital city Kabul. The statement released by India's Ministry of External Affairs read, "India strongly condemns the bomb blasts in Kabul today. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of this terrorist attack."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/attack-highly-likely-in-next-24-36-hours-says-biden-on-kabul-airport-409079" hreflang="en">Attack highly likely in next 24-36 hours, says Biden on Kabul airport</a></strong></p>

<p>"Our thoughts and prayers also go out to the injured. Today’s attacks reinforce the need for the world to stand unitedly against terrorism and all those who provide sanctuaries to terrorists," the statement added.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attacks and the United States President Joe Biden said that he has seen "no evidence" that the Taliban colluded with Islamic State militants in carrying out the deadly attacks.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday to discuss the Afghanistan crisis. Jaishankar said on Twitter, "Spoke to US Secretary of State Blinken.

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday to discuss the Afghanistan crisis. Jaishankar said on Twitter, "Spoke to US Secretary of State Blinken. Continued our discussions on Afghanistan. Also exchanged views on the agenda of UNSC." Spoke to US Secretary of State @Secblinken. Continued our discussions on Afghanistan. Also exchanged views on the agenda of UNSC. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 28, 2021 × The US secretary of state also said he and Jaishankar discussed shared priorities of the two countries, which include continued coordination on Afghanistan. In a tweet, the US secretary of state said, "Spoke with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today to discuss our shared priorities including continued coordination on Afghanistan and in the United Nations. Look forward to continuing to deepen our partnership." Watch | News Alert: United States Lawmakers question President Joe Biden × US State Department spokesperson Ned Price also said Blinken and Jaishankar agreed to remain "closely coordinated on shared goals and priorities to deepen the US-India partnership." Earlier, India had strongly condemned the deadly bomb blasts that rocked Afghanistan's capital city Kabul. The statement released by India's Ministry of External Affairs read, "India strongly condemns the bomb blasts in Kabul today. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of this terrorist attack." Also Read: Attack highly likely in next 24-36 hours, says Biden on Kabul airport "Our thoughts and prayers also go out to the injured. Today’s attacks reinforce the need for the world to stand unitedly against terrorism and all those who provide sanctuaries to terrorists," the statement added. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attacks and the United States President Joe Biden said that he has seen "no evidence" that the Taliban colluded with Islamic State militants in carrying out the deadly attacks. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian external affairs minister, US secretary of state discuss Afghan crisis

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-doing-better-than-many-western-countries-in-achieving-paris-accords-commitment-jaishankar-251920">Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar</a> has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" and say "let us go and play cricket" with Pakistan.</p>

<p>Speaking in New York at an event, Jaishankar said that the "dominating narrative of the relationship" between New Delhi and Islamabad "is of terrorism, suicide bombings, violence and then you say, 'okay guys tea break, let us go and play cricket'".</p>

<p>He highlighted the recent terror attacks in India at Uri, Pathankot, and Pulwama and said that "its a very hard narrative to sell to people... It's a democracy, sentiments do matter and one message [that] I don't want to give [is that] you do terrorism by night, and [then] it's business as usual during the day."</p>

<p>He added that "it is very difficult in real life to separate issues".</p>

<p>India has been focusing on the issue of counter-terrorism and urging the world to speak about it in unison.</p>

<p>While slamming Islamabad, Jaishankar said, "You have terrorism in different parts of the world but there is no part where a country uses it consciously as a large scale industry against its neighbour".</p>

<p>This is the second time in a week that the minister has slammed Pakistan in New York at an event.</p>


Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" and say "let us go and play cricket" with Pakistan.

Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" and say "let us go and play cricket" with Pakistan. Speaking in New York at an event, Jaishankar said that the "dominating narrative of the relationship" between New Delhi and Islamabad "is of terrorism, suicide bombings, violence and then you say, 'okay guys tea break, let us go and play cricket'". He highlighted the recent terror attacks in India at Uri, Pathankot, and Pulwama and said that "its a very hard narrative to sell to people... It's a democracy, sentiments do matter and one message [that] I don't want to give [is that] you do terrorism by night, and [then] it's business as usual during the day." He added that "it is very difficult in real life to separate issues". India has been focusing on the issue of counter-terrorism and urging the world to speak about it in unison. While slamming Islamabad, Jaishankar said, "You have terrorism in different parts of the world but there is no part where a country uses it consciously as a large scale industry against its neighbour". This is the second time in a week that the minister has slammed Pakistan in New York at an event.

Cricket no longer possible with Pakistan: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-doing-better-than-many-western-countries-in-achieving-paris-accords-commitment-jaishankar-251920">Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar</a> has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" even if Pakistan says "let us go and play cricket".</p>

<p>Speaking in New York at an event, Jaishankar said that the "dominating narrative of the relationship" between New Delhi and Islamabad "is terrorism, suicide bombings, violence", making it impossible to resume a normal relationship.</p>

<p>He highlighted the recent terror attacks in India at Uri, Pathankot, and Pulwama and said that "its a very hard narrative to sell to people... It's a democracy, sentiments do matter and one message [that] I don't want to give [is that] you do terrorism by night, and [then] it's business as usual during the day."</p>

<p>He added that "it is very difficult in real life to separate issues".</p>

<p>India has been focusing on the issue of counter-terrorism and requesting the world to speak about it in unison.</p>

<p>While slamming Islamabad, Jaishankar said, "You have terrorism in different parts of the world but there is no part where a country uses it consciously as a large scale industry against its neighbour".</p>

<p>This is the second time in a week that the minister has slammed Pakistan in New York at an event.</p>


Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" even if Pakistan says "let us go and play cricket".

Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has ruled out the possibility India playing cricket with Pakistan. While referring to Islamabad's support to terrorism, Jaishankar said that New Delhi can't take a "tea break" even if Pakistan says "let us go and play cricket". Speaking in New York at an event, Jaishankar said that the "dominating narrative of the relationship" between New Delhi and Islamabad "is terrorism, suicide bombings, violence", making it impossible to resume a normal relationship. He highlighted the recent terror attacks in India at Uri, Pathankot, and Pulwama and said that "its a very hard narrative to sell to people... It's a democracy, sentiments do matter and one message [that] I don't want to give [is that] you do terrorism by night, and [then] it's business as usual during the day." He added that "it is very difficult in real life to separate issues". India has been focusing on the issue of counter-terrorism and requesting the world to speak about it in unison. While slamming Islamabad, Jaishankar said, "You have terrorism in different parts of the world but there is no part where a country uses it consciously as a large scale industry against its neighbour". This is the second time in a week that the minister has slammed Pakistan in New York at an event.

Cricket no longer possible with India: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

<p>US special envoy to <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/at-least-8-killed-two-wounded-in-afghanistans-mine-collapse-191019&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwiZyubd7_TfAhVKzbwKHRbbAS8QFggFMAA&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw2oC0bD0pyHhvpOIxEkWqi4">Afghanistan</a> Zalmay Khalilzad Thursday arrived in Pakistan for a fresh round of talks with top civil and military officials during which he is expected to seek Islamabad's help to convince the Taliban to return to the negotiating table to end the 17-year-long Afghan war.</p>

<p>According to US diplomatic officials in Pakistan, the schedule of Khalilzad's meetings will be decided soon and the special envoy will be in Islamabad for one to four days.</p>

<p>They said discussions will largely focus on the Afghan peace process, Pak-Afghan border management efforts and US-Pakistan relations.</p>

<p>Khalilzad arrived in Pakistan two days later than expected.</p>

<p>According to Foreign Office Spokesperson Muhammad Faisal, Khalilzad is expected to meet Pakistan's civilian and military leaders during his stay and that he will ask Pakistan to help convince the Afghan Taliban to come back to the negotiation table.</p>

<p>"Pakistan has also maintained we want an Afghan-led Afghan-owned solution to imbroglio," Faisal was quoted as saying by the Dawn newspaper.</p>

<p>Khalilzad is leading an intra-agency delegation and will meet officials in each country in order to "facilitate an inclusive peace process in Afghanistan", the US State Department said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The envoy's four-nation trip is expected to end on January 21.</p>

<p>Khalilzad will be accompanied by Deputy Assistant to the US president Lisa Curtis, who is considered as an expert on Afghan affairs, diplomatic sources said.</p>

<p>The US delegation will meet senior civil and military officials to discuss the ongoing Afghan peace initiative, they said.</p>

<p>The US State Department said last week that Khalilzad was visiting India, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan from January 8 to seek the settlement of the Afghan problem.</p>

<p>He has already visited India and met External Affairs Minister <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sushma-swaraj-on-2-day-visit-to-uzbekistan-will-attend-first-india-central-asia-dialogue-189877&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=0ahUKEwi8gLGQ8PTfAhWOA4gKHThWCIsQFggFMAA&amp;client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;usg=AOvVaw3c_BGpMOxB5UUBN4Mjq0RO">Sushma Swaraj </a>on January 10.</p>

<p>The US official was in Beijing this weekend and held talks with senior Chinese officials.</p>

<p>The Afghan peace initiative has been moving at a snail's pace due to the refusal of the Taliban to sit for talks with the Afghan government officials.</p>

<p>According to officials, the US delegation will seek Pakistan's assistance for arranging talks between Kabul and Taliban to end more than 17-year-old conflict.</p>

<p>Pakistan has been playing a crucial role in the process and last year released senior Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar from imprisonment, who is reportedly in Qatar.</p>

<p>Baradar was deputy to the late Taliban supreme leader Mullah Muhammad Omar. He was arrested from Karachi in a joint Pakistan-US operation after reports that he was independently trying to conclude a deal with the Afghan government.</p>

<p>India has been a key stakeholder in the peace and reconciliation process in Afghanistan. It sent two former diplomats in "non-official" capacity to a conference on the Afghan peace process in Moscow in November which was attended by a high-level Taliban delegation.</p>

<p>The conference organised by Russia was attended by representatives of Afghanistan as well as from several other countries including the US, Pakistan, and China.</p>

<p>India has been maintaining a policy of not engaging with the Taliban and pressing for an Afghan-owned and Afghan-led peace initiative to bring peace and stability in the war-ravaged country.</p>

<p>Khalilzad visited Pakistan in October before flying to Doha, Qatar where he reportedly held talks with the Taliban representatives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He has also held three round of talks with the Afghan Taliban in order to reach a settlement that would allow the US to withdraw its army and end a 17-year-old war? America's longest.</p>


US special envoy to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad Thursday arrived in Pakistan for a fresh round of talks with top civil and military officials during which he is expected to seek Islamabad's help to convince the Taliban to return to the negotiating table to end the 17-year-long Afghan war.

US special envoy to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad Thursday arrived in Pakistan for a fresh round of talks with top civil and military officials during which he is expected to seek Islamabad's help to convince the Taliban to return to the negotiating table to end the 17-year-long Afghan war. According to US diplomatic officials in Pakistan, the schedule of Khalilzad's meetings will be decided soon and the special envoy will be in Islamabad for one to four days. They said discussions will largely focus on the Afghan peace process, Pak-Afghan border management efforts and US-Pakistan relations. Khalilzad arrived in Pakistan two days later than expected. According to Foreign Office Spokesperson Muhammad Faisal, Khalilzad is expected to meet Pakistan's civilian and military leaders during his stay and that he will ask Pakistan to help convince the Afghan Taliban to come back to the negotiation table. "Pakistan has also maintained we want an Afghan-led Afghan-owned solution to imbroglio," Faisal was quoted as saying by the Dawn newspaper. Khalilzad is leading an intra-agency delegation and will meet officials in each country in order to "facilitate an inclusive peace process in Afghanistan", the US State Department said in a statement. The envoy's four-nation trip is expected to end on January 21. Khalilzad will be accompanied by Deputy Assistant to the US president Lisa Curtis, who is considered as an expert on Afghan affairs, diplomatic sources said. The US delegation will meet senior civil and military officials to discuss the ongoing Afghan peace initiative, they said. The US State Department said last week that Khalilzad was visiting India, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan from January 8 to seek the settlement of the Afghan problem. He has already visited India and met External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on January 10. The US official was in Beijing this weekend and held talks with senior Chinese officials. The Afghan peace initiative has been moving at a snail's pace due to the refusal of the Taliban to sit for talks with the Afghan government officials. According to officials, the US delegation will seek Pakistan's assistance for arranging talks between Kabul and Taliban to end more than 17-year-old conflict. Pakistan has been playing a crucial role in the process and last year released senior Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar from imprisonment, who is reportedly in Qatar. Baradar was deputy to the late Taliban supreme leader Mullah Muhammad Omar. He was arrested from Karachi in a joint Pakistan-US operation after reports that he was independently trying to conclude a deal with the Afghan government. India has been a key stakeholder in the peace and reconciliation process in Afghanistan. It sent two former diplomats in "non-official" capacity to a conference on the Afghan peace process in Moscow in November which was attended by a high-level Taliban delegation. The conference organised by Russia was attended by representatives of Afghanistan as well as from several other countries including the US, Pakistan, and China. India has been maintaining a policy of not engaging with the Taliban and pressing for an Afghan-owned and Afghan-led peace initiative to bring peace and stability in the war-ravaged country. Khalilzad visited Pakistan in October before flying to Doha, Qatar where he reportedly held talks with the Taliban representatives. He has also held three round of talks with the Afghan Taliban in order to reach a settlement that would allow the US to withdraw its army and end a 17-year-old war? America's longest.

US envoy on Afghanistan arrives in Pakistan for talks

<p>External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Saturday launched a frontal attack on neighbouring Pakistan calling them a nation that is not only skilled in spreading terrorism but have also gained expertise in refusing their deeds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In her address to the General Debate of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly here, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj described terrorism as an "existential threat" to humanity.</p>

<p>Describing terrorism a major challenge in the world, she said terrorists are called freedom fighters in Pakistan which, she said, is the epicentre of terrorism.</p>

<p>9/11 incident in New York &amp; 26/11 incident in Mumbai ruined the expectations of peace, the external affairs minister said and added ''India has been a victim of terrorism and the challenge of terrorism in India is coming from none other than our neighbouring nation.''</p>

<p>Pakistan's attempt to glorify terrorism will backfire, she said.</p>

<p>Swaraj also took a dig at developed countries in fighting climate change.</p>

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<p>The developed countries who developed themselves by destroying nature shouldn't back out from their responsibilities now, she said and added bigger nations will have to help smaller nations.</p>

<p>US President Donald Trump pulled out of landmark Paris climate accord&nbsp;in July 2017.</p>

<p>Climate change and terrorism are one of the biggest challenges the world is facing today, she said and added the biggest victim of climate change are developing and underdeveloped states, those who don't have the capability to defend themselves, she said.</p>

<p>''I can assure you that India will never let you fail. The pace at which PM Modi has started work to fulfil the goals set for 2030 reflects that we will achieve the goals before time. We are very well equipped to achieve the goals,'' she said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>50 crore people will be given Rs. 5 lakhs per year for medical treatment under 'Ayushman Bharat', she said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Under 'Jan Dhan Yojana', &nbsp;bank accounts of 32,61,00,000 people have been opened, she said and added that these people hadn't even seen the doors of banks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Swaraj also extended India's full support to earthquake and tsunami hit Indonesia. &nbsp;</p>

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External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Saturday launched a frontal attack on neighbouring Pakistan calling them a nation that is not only skilled in spreading terrorism but have also gained expertise in refusing their deeds.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Saturday launched a frontal attack on neighbouring Pakistan calling them a nation that is not only skilled in spreading terrorism but have also gained expertise in refusing their deeds. In her address to the General Debate of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly here, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj described terrorism as an "existential threat" to humanity. Describing terrorism a major challenge in the world, she said terrorists are called freedom fighters in Pakistan which, she said, is the epicentre of terrorism. 9/11 incident in New York & 26/11 incident in Mumbai ruined the expectations of peace, the external affairs minister said and added ''India has been a victim of terrorism and the challenge of terrorism in India is coming from none other than our neighbouring nation.'' Pakistan's attempt to glorify terrorism will backfire, she said. Swaraj also took a dig at developed countries in fighting climate change. #WATCH: EAM Sushma Swaraj in her address at #UNGA reacts on meeting between her and Pakistan foreign minister on the sidelines of UNGA called off by India pic.twitter.com/lobY7BKLWj — ANI (@ANI) September 29, 2018 × The developed countries who developed themselves by destroying nature shouldn't back out from their responsibilities now, she said and added bigger nations will have to help smaller nations. US President Donald Trump pulled out of landmark Paris climate accord in July 2017. Climate change and terrorism are one of the biggest challenges the world is facing today, she said and added the biggest victim of climate change are developing and underdeveloped states, those who don't have the capability to defend themselves, she said. ''I can assure you that India will never let you fail. The pace at which PM Modi has started work to fulfil the goals set for 2030 reflects that we will achieve the goals before time. We are very well equipped to achieve the goals,'' she said. 50 crore people will be given Rs. 5 lakhs per year for medical treatment under 'Ayushman Bharat', she said. Under 'Jan Dhan Yojana', bank accounts of 32,61,00,000 people have been opened, she said and added that these people hadn't even seen the doors of banks. Swaraj also extended India's full support to earthquake and tsunami hit Indonesia. #WATCH: EAM Sushma Swaraj says at #UNGA, "our neighbouring nation is not only skilled in spreading terrorism, but have also gained expertise in refusing their deeds. The biggest example of this is that Osama Bin Laden was found in Pakistan" pic.twitter.com/l7BlXZH1ms — ANI (@ANI) September 29, 2018 ×

Pakistan attempt to 'glorify terrorism' will backfire, says Sushma Swaraj at UNGA