BRICS: Jaishankar Highlights 'Territorial Integrity' In Chinese FM's Presence Amid LAC Row
EAM S Jaishankar made a direct remark upholding the importance of "territorial integrity" in presence of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at BRICS.
Editorial Staff
BRICS: Jaishankar Highlights 'Territorial Integrity' In Chinese FM's Presence Amid LAC Row
Addressing the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting on Tuesday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar made a direct remark upholding the importance of "territorial integrity" in presence of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Jaishankar's statement assumes significance as India has been at loggerheads with China for the territorial dispute at several areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). As the 13th BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting was chaired by India, Jaishankar began the summit with his opening remarks stating that the BRICS strives "for a fair, just, inclusive, equitable and representative multipolar international system." Adding further he said, "It is one based on international law and the UN Charter, that recognizes the sovereign equality of all States, and respects their territorial integrity while displaying mutual respect for interests and concerns of all. It is only by conducting our policies in accordance with these principles that we can expect…
