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India, Central Asian Nations Commit to Joint Terror Fight and Connectivity Boost

Foreign ministers endorsed new transport initiatives backed by enhanced financial connectivity to deepen India-Central Asia trade corridors.

Overview

  • They unequivocally condemned the April 22 Pahalgam attack and pledged to hold its perpetrators, financiers and sponsors accountable.
  • Ministers urged early adoption of the UN Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism and backed India’s bid for permanent UN Security Council membership.
  • Participants endorsed fuller use of the International North-South Transport Corridor and supported Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan joining the project.
  • They agreed to streamline transit procedures, including expanded use of TIR carnets, and welcomed Central Asia’s interest in the Chabahar port’s Shahid Beheshti terminal.
  • They emphasised boosting financial connectivity through digital payment systems, enhanced interbank ties and national currency settlements to spur trade, investment and tourism.