India Highlights Terrorism, Climate Change At UN Security Council Debate
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India's Permanent Representative to United Nations TS Tirumurti said that terrorism is a serious global concern.
India on Thursday highlighted terrorism and climate change at UNSC open debate on "Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Security in the context of Terrorism and Climate Change".
India's Permanent Representative to United Nations TS Tirumurti said that terrorism is a serious global concern. The fight against terrorism remains significant even after 20 years since landmark resolution 1373 was adopted in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks.
"The threat of terrorism has adversely impacted African countries in their pursuit of economic progress and development. The security situation in the G5-Sahel countries has been deteriorating in the last three years," said Mr Tirumurti.
"India appreciates the initiative of G-5 Sahel Force. a joint effort of countries in the Sahel including Niger. However, the Joint Force continues to be plagued by multiple challenges," added the Indian envoy.
