'See how many allies of Pak were in that room': Omar praises Centre for Brics
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah praised the Indian government's foreign policy following the BRICS summit in New Delhi. He highlighted the diplomatic success of including a condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack in the summit declaration despite the presence of Pakistan's allies.
Why it matters
It reflects a rare alignment between a regional opposition leader and the central government on national security and foreign policy, signaling a shift in J&K's political discourse.
NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday heaped praise on the foreign policy of PM Narendra Modi-led Centre and recently held Beics Summit in Delhi. Omar Abdullah said the Brics declaration condemning Pakistan-backed Pahalgam terror attack was a major diplomatic win.J&K CM remarks came after India hosted the 18th Brics Summit in New Delhi, bringing together several world leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin.The National Conference leader particularly highlighted the inclusion of the Pahalgam terror attack in the Brics New Delhi Declaration, pointing out that the statement came in the presence of countries that share close ties with Pakistan."That is something for the Government of India, and particularly for the foreign ministry, to talk about. The fact that Pahalgam itself was condemned is a big thing. Please see how many allies of Pakistan were in that room.
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