World Must Take Firm Steps Against Terrorism, Supporters: Narendra Modi

NEW DELHI: In an apparent message to Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday asserted that the time for talks was over in the wake of Pulwama suicide bombing and said the global community should unite and act firmly against terrorists and those supporting it.

His tough words came after discussions with visiting Argentine President Mauricio Macri at the Hyderabad House when India and Argentina came down heavily on the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir which killed more than 40 CRPF troopers.

“President Macri and I are agreed that terrorism is the a very big threat to world peace and stability. The Pulwama terror attack shows that the time for talks are over. Now the entire world needs to unite and take firm steps against terrorism and their supporters,” Narendra Modi said.

“Hesitation in taking firm measures against the terrorists and those against humanity also amounts to encouraging terrorism,” Narendra Modi said.

Narendra Modi said it was important for G-20 countries to implement the 11-point agenda of Hamburg Leaders Statement. India and Argentina will issue a special declaration against terrorism later in the day, he added.

The Prime Minister welcomed Argentina as a new member of the International Solar Alliance.

Macri, in his remarks, condemned the terror attack. “I firmly condemn it. We condemn every kind of terrorist attack. This goes against healthy co-existence. I am pleased to be able to work together to fight this scourge of mankind.”

Macri is on three-day visit to India at the invitation of Modi. (IANS)

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