"International Waterways Must Remain Safe and Unimpeded": EAM Jaishankar Condemns Attacks on Seafarers in West Asia

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International waterways must remain safe and unimpeded: S. Jaishankar

Attacks on seafarers, civilian shipping or infrastructure cannot be countenanced, says External Affairs Minister at East Asia Summit; Ministry hits back at Pakistan Deputy PM’s comments on Kashmir and Indus Water Treaty

International waterways must remain safe and unimpeded: EAM Jaishankar condemns attacks on seafarers in West Asia - The Tribune

Addressing the 21st East Asia Summit in the Philippine capital, the External Affairs Minister asserted that deliberate strikes on maritime crew members, non-military vessels, and crucial infrastructure are entirely unacceptable.

"International waterways must remain safe and unimpeded": EAM Jaishankar condemns attacks on seafarers in West Asia

Addressing the 21st East Asia Summit in the Philippine capital, the External Affairs Minister asserted that deliberate strikes on maritime crew members, non-military vessels, and crucial infrastructure are entirely unacceptable.

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At the East Asia Summit, S Jaishankar urged dialogue to end the West Asia conflict and protect international waterways. His remarks linked regional security, global trade and the need for a rules-based order.

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External affairs minister S Jaishankar stressed maritime law adherence and regional cooperation at the East Asia Summit. He called for diplomatic engagement to resolve West Asia crises and ensure safe sea lane navigation. Global conflicts impact the world economy, especially affecting the Global South. India supports a substantive Code of Conduct for the South China Sea. Jaishankar also met with leaders from Oman, the UK, and the Netherlands.