Jaishankar at ARF: Choke Terror Funding, Keep Shipping Lanes Safe
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Security
Why in news
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting in Manila, calling for choking terror funding and ensuring safe international shipping lanes. His remarks come amid recent terror attacks targeting India and growing threats to commercial shipping due to conflicts in West Asia and Europe.
Background
The ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) is a key platform for security dialogue in the Asia-Pacific. India has been a member since 1996. The 33rd ARF meeting focused on regional security challenges, including terrorism and maritime security.
Key facts
Jaishankar spoke at the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting in Manila.
He called for choking financial networks that sustain terrorism.
He emphasized ensuring international shipping lanes remain safe and open.
He stressed 'zero tolerance' for terrorism and that acts of terror must carry consequences.
His remarks were against the backdrop of recent terror attacks targeting India.
Growing threats to commercial shipping amid conflicts in West Asia and Europe were noted.
Prelims pointers
- ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF): 33rd meeting in Manila
- India is a member of ARF since 1996
- ARF focuses on security dialogue in Asia-Pacific
Mains angles
- India's counter-terrorism strategy and regional cooperation
- Maritime security challenges and India's role in ensuring safe shipping lanes
- ASEAN-India relations and security cooperation