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Australian FM speaks with India, Pak counterparts; EAM stresses importance of zero tolerance against terrorism. Read more on Dynamite News
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong
Melbourne/New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed India’s policy of zero tolerance for terrorism during a phone call with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong, reports Dynamite News correspondent.
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong today spoke with her Indian and Pakistani counterparts to welcome the ceasefire and urge respect for its terms.
Wong said in a post on X that de-escalation between India and Pakistan and counter-terrorism efforts are critical to regional peace and security.
“I know many Australians are concerned by recent hostilities between India and Pakistan.
“I’ve spoken with @DrSJaishankar and @MIshaqDar50 to welcome the ceasefire and urge respect for its terms.
“De-escalation and counter-terrorism efforts are critical to regional peace & security.”
EAM Jaishankar in a post said he congratulated her on her reappointment to the post following elections in Australia.
“Good to talk to @SenatorWong of Australia. Extended warm congratulations on her reappointment.
“Discussed recent developments and the importance of zero tolerance against terrorism.
“Look forward to further strengthening the multifaceted India-Australia Dosti.”
Meanwhile External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took his X account to share about the call.
Good to talk to @SenatorWong of Australia. Extended warm congratulations on her reappointment.
Discussed recent developments and the importance of zero tolerance against terrorism.
Look forward to further strengthening the multifaceted India-Australia Dosti.
'Received a call from FM Badr Abdelatty of Egypt. Apprised him of recent developments and emphasized the importance of zero tolerance for terrorism in all forms and manifestations. Discussed economic cooperation prospects between India and Egypt. Look forward to welcoming him in India.'
'India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action. India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.'
On 9 May he had a word with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Norway. He wrote on X, 'Spoke with FM Espen Barth Eide of Norway. Discussed India’s targeted and measured response to counter terrorism.
Meanwhile, Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Norway wrote on X, 'I am deeply concerned about the high tension between India and Pakistan following the terror attack in Pahalgam April 22. In phone conversations with Indian FM Dr S Jaishankar and Pakistani Deputy PM & FM Ishaq Dar, I urged restraint and dialogue.
