Archive · 6 Jun 2025
India, Central Asia Reaffirm Commitment Against Terrorism
India and Central Asian countries met to discuss fighting terrorism and boosting cooperation.
They strongly condemned terrorism and agreed to hold those responsible accountable.
They talked about using a trade route to connect better and increase trade.
They also discussed digital payments and exploring rare earth minerals.
India is seen as a partner for development, offering training and grants.
They aim to boost trade, investment, tourism and people-to-people exchanges.
Central Asian countries condemned the Pahalgam terror attack.
Foreign Ministers reaffirmed commitment to fight all forms of terrorism.
They discussed the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) to enhance connectivity.
Ministers emphasized greater financial connectivity, including digital payments.
They expressed interest in exploring rare earth and critical minerals.
- Who
- Foreign Ministers of India, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan
- What
- Discussions on counter-terrorism, trade, investment, connectivity and joint exploration of rare earth and critical minerals.
- When
- June 6, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- To counter terrorism and strengthen economic ties
- Attendees
- Foreign Ministers of India and Central Asian countries
- Meeting Date
- June 6, 2025
- Terrorism Stance
- Condemnation of Pahalgam terror attack
- Connectivity Focus
- International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
- Joint Exploration
- Rare Earth and Critical Minerals
- India's Role
- Trusted Development Partner
