Karzai, Singh urge other countries to prevent terrorism
Gee, whoever could they be talking about ... | NEW DELHI - Afghan President Hamid Karzai and Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday called for other countries to meet their international obligations to prevent terrorism originating from their territories, without specifically mentioning Pakistan.
Karzais visit to India was to express Afghanistans solidarity with the Indian government and people in wake of the Mumbai terrorist attacks, a joint statement by the two leaders said.
India has often accused Pakistan of abetting terrorists who launch attacks in Indian territory, especially in disputed Kashmir. Afghan officials have accused Pakistan of harbouring Taliban and Al-Qaeda fighters.
The leaders called for full compliance with ... international obligations of states to prevent terrorism in any manner originating from territories under their control since terrorism emanates from sanctuaries and training camps and the sustenance and support received by the terrorist groups, the joint statement said.
The two leaders discussed a range of bilateral issues including development and reconstruction projects in Afghanistan with aid from India. Singh said India would give 250,000 metric tons of wheat to Afghanistan during its current food crisis. The Indian prime minister also accepted an invitation to visit Afghanistan.
I'll bet that's got the ISI sucking the gaspipe ... | Karzai, who arrived on Sunday accompanied by Afghan Foreign Minister Rangeen Dadfar Spanta and National Security Advisor Zalmay Rasoul, left for Kabul Monday.
Posted by: Steve White 2009-01-13 |