PM Modi Stresses Respect For Sovereignty In SCO Connectivity Projects
· World · Moneycontrol
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, emphasizing that connectivity projects must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations. While not naming China directly, the statement is widely viewed as a critique of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects passing through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). India has consistently opposed the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) on the grounds that it traverses Indian territory. The Prime Minister underscored that such initiatives should be based on mutual trust and transparency rather than unilateral agendas. The remarks were delivered during the virtual summit hosted by India, highlighting New Delhi's firm stance on regional infrastructure developments.
Why it matters
The statement reinforces India's diplomatic position against China's infrastructure projects in disputed territories, directly impacting the geopolitical dynamics of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
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