Paper: GS – II, Subject: International Relations, Topic: India and Its Neighborhood, Issue: India – China Relations.
Context:
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, at the SCO Foreign Ministers’ meeting in China, stated that the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack aimed to harm Jammu and Kashmir’s economy and create religious division.
- He urged support from SCO members, including Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Key Takeaways:
| Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO): It is an intergovernmental political, economic, and security alliance founded in 2001 by Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. The first summit was held in Shanghai, China, in 2001. The SCO aims to promote cooperation and mutual support in areas such as trade, investment, energy, transportation, and security.Members: China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Iran, and Uzbekistan Observers: Afghanistan, Belarus, and Mongolia Dialogue Partners: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Turkey, Egypt, Nepal, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. |
Jaishankar’s Address at the SCO-CFM (Council of Foreign Ministers):
- Jaishankar’s address at the SCO-CFM meeting underscored the importance of the SCO’s founding principles, particularly the fight against terrorism, separatism, and extremism.
- He specifically referenced the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting its intent to undermine the region’s economy and sow religious discord.
- He called for an “uncompromising position” on terrorism within the SCO framework, referencing the UN Security Council resolution on the attack.
Bilateral Meetings in China:
- Prior to the SCO-CFM meeting, Jaishankar engaged in bilateral discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and Vice President Han Zheng.
- These meetings provided an opportunity to discuss the “recent developments” in India-China relations and explore avenues for normalization.
Key Points:
- Meeting with Xi Jinping: Jaishankar’s meeting with Xi Jinping, his first since the 2020 Galwan clashes, signals a potential thaw in relations.
- He conveyed greetings from Indian leaders and briefed Xi on recent developments in bilateral ties.
- Focus on Normalization: Discussions with Chinese officials centered on the “continued normalization” of India-China relations, indicating a mutual desire to move past the tensions caused by the border standoff.
- Xi’s Call for Proactive SCO Role: Xi Jinping emphasized the need for the SCO to play a “more proactive role” in ensuring stability in a turbulent international environment, suggesting a shared interest in regional security and cooperation.
Impacts on India – China Relations:
Conclusion:
- Jaishankar’s visit to China and his participation in the SCO-CFM meeting represent a significant effort to advance India’s foreign policy objectives.
- His emphasis on combating terrorism, coupled with his engagement with Chinese leaders, underscores India’s commitment to regional security and its desire to normalize relations with China.
- While challenges remain, the recent developments offer hope for improved cooperation and stability in the region.
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