Jaishankar calls for "zero tolerance for terrorism" after Amarnath Yatra policeman killed
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Why in news
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar advocated for 'zero tolerance for terrorism' at the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting following the killing of a policeman on Amarnath Yatra duty.
Background
The statement was made during the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting in Manila. The incident involved the killing of a policeman on duty during the Amarnath Yatra. The meeting also covered maritime security, China's Indo-Pacific behavior, and AI applications.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyASEAN Regional Forum (ARF): An intergovernmental forum for security dialogue in the Asia-Pacific region.
- PostS. Jaishankar: Serving as the Minister of External Affairs of India.
- PlaceManila: Host city for the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the ASEAN Regional Forum in addressing maritime security and counter-terrorism efforts in the Indo-Pacific region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: Balancing China's assertive maritime behavior with India's 'Act East' policy objectives.
- Security cooperation: Strengthening multilateral frameworks to counter non-state actors and cross-border terrorism.
- Technological integration: Leveraging AI for disaster relief and maritime surveillance in regional security architecture.
Keywords: Zero tolerance · Maritime security · Indo-Pacific · Counter-terrorism · Multilateralism
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