India, Kuwait Strengthen Counter-Terrorism Cooperation, Condemn Cross-Border Terrorism

Last Update:23 December 2024 00:01 IST

India and Kuwait condemn all forms of terrorism and promise cooperation in counter-terrorism operations, cyber security and dismantling terrorist networks.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at Bayan Palace in Kuwait. (IMAGE: PTI)

India and Kuwait on Sunday vowed to enhance counter-terrorism cooperation while firmly condemning all forms of terrorism, including cross-border terrorist activities.

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Gulf country, talks between the two sides identified ways to deal with the problem of terrorism.

“The two sides unequivocally condemn all forms and manifestations of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, and call for the disruption of networks and safe zones that finance terrorism and the dismantling of terrorist infrastructure,” the joint statement said. The statement was included.

The reference to cross-border terrorism comes amid Pakistan’s support for terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.

On Sunday, Modi held extensive talks with Emir Sheikh Meshaal Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah, Kuwaiti Prime Minister Ahmed Abdullah Al Ahmed Al Sabah and Crown Prince Sabah Al Khalid Al Hamad Al Mubarak Al Sabah. It focuses on giving new impetus to general bilateral relations.

The joint statement stated that the two sides discussed ways and means to promote cooperation in the field of cybersecurity, including preventing the use of cyberspace for terrorism, radicalization and disruption of social harmony.

It was stated that an agreement was reached to increase cooperation in counter-terrorism operations, share information and intelligence, and share experience and best practices.

“Appreciating the ongoing bilateral cooperation in the field of security, both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism operations, information and intelligence sharing, development and sharing of experiences, best practices and technologies, capacity building and strengthening cooperation in the field of law enforcement,” the statement said. According to, prevention of money laundering.

Following the talks between Modi and the Emir, the two sides upgraded their ties to strategic partnership.

(This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed – PTI)

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Kuwait City, Kuwait