No double standards in fight against terrorism: NSA Doval at Moscow Security Forum
Moscow, May 28
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Thursday stated that there cannot be any double standards in the fight against terrorism and responsible nations have to evaluate their choices in deciding whether they support sponsors of terrorism or counter them with decisive action.
Addressing the gathering of National Security Advisors (NSAs) and security chiefs of several countries at the first International Security Forum and the 14th Meeting of High Representatives for Security Matters in Moscow, NSA Doval also called for special attention to the situation in West Asia, asserting that it is essential to ensure the safe and uninterrupted movement of trade through international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
The forum, hosted by Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Sergei Shoigu, deliberated on the 'Challenges and Threats to International Security in the context of the Emergence of the Multipolar World'.
"During the deliberations, the NSA stated that there cannot be double standards in the fight against terrorism. Responsible nations have to evaluate their choices and decide whether they support sponsors of terrorism or counter them with decisive action," the Indian Embassy in Russia posted on X while highlighting NSA Doval's comments at the forum.
NSA Doval also met Shoigu on the sidelines of the forum on Thursday.
"They reviewed ongoing cooperation in defence, security, energy and economic ties. The two sides also exchanged views on the upcoming BRICS NSA meeting in New Delhi," the Indian Embassy stated.
NSA Doval will also have more bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Forum which will continue on Friday.
Earlier this week, US Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio held a meeting with NSA Doval in New Delhi, with talks focused on defence, security and strategic technology-related cooperation, including the TRUST initiative.
"The two NSAs reiterated the high priority accorded to the bilateral Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues," noted the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
— IANS
Reader Comments
It's encouraging to see India taking a principled stand on this. But let's not forget the West's inconsistent policies—they condemn some terror groups while tacitly supporting others based on geopolitical convenience. India needs to leverage forums like this to build a coalition of nations that demand accountability from all state sponsors of terror.
Doval ji is absolutely right. Terrorism has no religion or justification. But I wish our own government would be more transparent about how we handle internal security threats too. Hypocrisy cuts both ways—we can't call out others while ignoring lapses at home. Still, a strong message from Moscow! 🙏
The multipolar world order is here, and India is positioning itself well. NSA Doval's emphasis on the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea security is critical—global trade depends on it. If Russia and India can align on this, it sends a strong signal to the US and China that South Asia matters.
Good move by India, but actions speak louder than words. We've been talking about no double standards for years while the US sells weapons to both India and Pakistan. The real test is whether India can use its growing influence to force a change in international behavior, not just give speeches. 🤔
I appreciate India's consistent stance. However, I wonder if the BRICS NSA meeting in New Delhi will actually produce concrete outcomes or just more joint statements. The world needs action—like freezing assets of terror financiers and imposing sanctions on state sponsors. Let's hope Doval pushes for that.
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