In Tokyo, the delegation, comprising members from various political parties, met with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya. The discussions centred on the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which claimed 26 lives, and India's calibrated military response under Operation Sindoor. Japan reaffirmed its support for India's counter-terrorism efforts, commending the restraint shown and underscoring the necessity of holding perpetrators accountable.
The Indian delegation also engaged with former Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and Indian Ambassador Sibi George. These meetings aimed to reinforce India's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and to strengthen Indo-Japanese collaboration on regional security issues.
Simultaneously, another Indian delegation visited the UAE, where they briefed Emirati officials on the threats posed by cross-border terrorism. The UAE reiterated its support for India's fight against terrorism, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in combating such threats.
These diplomatic engagements are part of a broader initiative involving multi-party Indian delegations visiting 33 countries to garner international support against terrorism emanating from Pakistan. The delegations include representatives from various political parties, former diplomats, and security experts, reflecting a unified national approach to counter-terrorism diplomacy.
The outreach follows the Pahalgam attack, where terrorists targeted civilians, leading to widespread condemnation. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The operation aimed to dismantle terror camps and prevent future attacks.
India's diplomatic efforts have also addressed the spread of misinformation following the Pahalgam attack. Pakistani social media platforms have been accused of disseminating false narratives, including claims of the attack being a "false flag" operation. The Indian government has countered these narratives, emphasizing the factual basis of its actions and the necessity of its response.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, speaking at the Raisina Tokyo 2025 forum, highlighted the importance of distinguishing between victims and perpetrators in terror incidents. He emphasized the need for a unified global response to terrorism, free from false equivalencies.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has engaged with counterparts from countries including Spain, France, Germany, Japan, and Qatar, discussing India's approach to cross-border terrorism and expressing gratitude for their solidarity. These discussions have reinforced the international community's support for India's counter-terrorism measures.