The QUAD nations – India, the United States, Japan, and Australia – have condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam. They have demanded that the perpetrators be punished and have emphasized maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
QUAD Meeting: The foreign ministers of the QUAD nations – India, the United States, Japan, and Australia – have unanimously condemned the terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22nd. Twenty-six people lost their lives in the attack. During the meeting, the four foreign ministers, S. Jaishankar, Marco Rubio, Penny Wong, and Takeshi Iwaya, explicitly demanded that the perpetrators be brought to justice.
Severe Punishment for the Guilty
A joint statement issued after the meeting stated that the perpetrators of the attack, the conspirators behind it, and those who provided funding should not be spared under any circumstances. This firm stance demonstrates that the QUAD is resolute in its zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.
Prioritizing Peace and Stability in the Indo-Pacific Region
The QUAD ministers not only addressed terrorism but also sent a message prioritizing peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Highlighting the growing tensions in the East and South China Seas as a threat to regional instability, all emphasized ensuring a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific.
Jaishankar's Message on X (Twitter)
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that the meeting was productive. He stated that the QUAD will now work even more focused on global challenges and opportunities for cooperation. He also made it clear that India has the full right to protect its people from terrorism.
In the meeting, the QUAD nations also agreed to develop a joint and robust strategy against terrorism. This meeting was not only a signal of opposition to terrorism but also an opportunity to further strengthen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
