Ajit Doval, India’s National Security Adviser, has said that priority should be given to eliminating terrorism-related financing.
He said this while commenting on the first conference of National Security Advisers of India and Central Asian countries held today (6).
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval chaired the conference and representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan participated.
Financing of Terrorism
Addressing the conference, Ajit Doval said, “Today’s situation in Afghanistan is very important for all of us. Financing is the lifeblood of terrorism and combating the financing of terrorism should be a priority for all of us.
All members of the United Nations must refrain from providing aid to organizations involved in terrorist activities. Connectivity with Central Asia is important for India.
We are ready to create collaboration, investment and connectivity in this area. When expanding this linkage, it is important to ensure that efforts are consultative, transparent and participatory.
An uncertain future
India is concerned about our priorities and ways forward on the Afghan issue. This is not unique to India. For all of us.
Our meeting has taken place in a time of confusion and an uncertain future. He said that we all want Central Asia to become a peaceful, secure and prosperous region.