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Krishna says India wants to resolve all issues peacefully with Pak | |
Foreign Minister SM Krishna, took the podium at the United Nations General Assembly to remind the
world of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, and said that India wants to resolve
all outstanding issues with Pakistan through peaceful dialogue. Krishna singled
out Pakistan from where the perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks came, and said
that he is devoted to establishing a good and friendly relationship between the
two nations. "Peace, security, stability and welfare of our neighborhood is vital
for India," Krishna said. "India is committed to establishing good neighborly
relations and resolving all outstanding issues with Pakistan through peaceful
dialogue." Krisna said that terrorists are threat to the world order, and stressed
that Indian Government's devotion to peacekeeping in the region. "Mr. President,
the barbaric terrorist attack on the innocent people of Mumbai on November 26,
2008 reminds us of the daily and malignant menace that terrorism poses to all
countries," he said. "It is our collective responsibility and duty to work together
to ensure that terrorists, organizers, perpetrators and supporters of such crimes
are brought to justice," he added. Krishna's speech also cited the peace work
underway in the region, adding there is a new political beginning in Sri Lanka,
and that Nepal and Afghanistan remain top priorities for India. Krishna during
his speech cited text from Indira Gandhi's speech to the General Assembly 41 years
ago, and praised the international body for its devotion to world peace, while
maintaining India's steadfast support. Krishna also voiced India's commitment
to nuclear non-proliferation, calling it one of the highest priorities of the
international community. The Foreign Minister also stressed the need for expanding
the Security Council. "It must be accepted that the Security Council must be strengthened
and made more representative by expanding its permanent and non-permanent membership,"
he said. Speaking on climate change, Krishna said: "Poverty alleviation and livelihood
security are central imperatives for India. For this accelerated economic growth
and energy security are critical drivers." |
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