Thursday, November 7th, 2024

Foreign Minister Jaishankar further increased the fear of Pakistan PM Shahbaz Sharif on POK, read the full speech given in UN

Madam Speaker, Your Excellencies, distinguished members of the General Assembly, greetings and salutations on behalf of the 1.4 billion people of India!I congratulate Her Excellency Philemon Yang, President of the General Assembly, and strongly support the theme of the 79th United Nations General Assembly, ‘Leaving No One Behind’.

Madam President,
We are in difficult times here. The world has still not recovered from the havoc of the Covid pandemic. The war in Ukraine has entered its third year. The conflict in Gaza is becoming widespread. Across the Global South, development plans have been derailed and the Sustainable Development Goals are falling behind. But there is more.
Unfair trade practices threaten jobs, just as unviable projects increase debt levels. Any contact that violates sovereignty and territorial integrity acquires strategic meaning. Especially when there is no joint effort.

Technological progress, which has long been a source of hope, has now also become a matter of concern. Climate-related events occur with greater intensity and frequency. Food security is as much of a concern as health security. In truth, the world is distraught, polarized, and depressed. Conversation has become difficult; Agreements even more difficult. This is certainly not what the founders of the United Nations wanted us to do.

Madam President,
Almost eight decades ago, the first steps towards the formation of the United Nations were taken right here, in Dumbarton Oaks. After being refined at the Yalta Conference, they were finally approved in San Francisco. The debates of that era focused on how to ensure world peace, a prerequisite for global prosperity. Today we find both peace and prosperity equally threatened.

And that’s because trust is gone and processes are broken. Countries have withdrawn more from the international system than they have invested and in the process have weakened the international system. We see this clearly in every challenge and every crisis. Therefore, reforming multilateralism is an imperative.

We heard some bizarre claims on this forum yesterday. Therefore, let me make India’s position completely clear. Pakistan’s policy of cross-border terrorism will never succeed. And he/she should have no hope of escaping punishment. On the contrary, the consequences of the action will definitely have to be suffered. The only issue between us now is to vacate the Indian territory illegally occupied by Pakistan. And certainly Pakistan will now have to abandon its long-standing attachment to terrorism.

Jaishankar’s statement on Pakistan in UN

The theme of this session highlights the urgency of this call. Leaving no one behind is about promoting peace, ensuring sustainable development and strengthening human dignity. The United Nations cannot do all this when faced with division, conflict, terrorism and violence. Nor can it be pursued if access to food, fuel and fertilizer is at risk. When there is a lack of restraint in capturing markets, it harms the livelihoods and social fabric of others. Avoidance of climate action responsibilities by developed countries weakens the development prospects of developing countries.

Indeed, when resource constraints limit the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, not only the economy but also human dignity is at risk. If the world is in such a state, this body should ask itself: How did this happen? The problems arise from a combination of structural shortcomings, political calculations, shameless selfishness and, yes, a disregard for those left behind.

It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by everything we’re facing today. After all, there are so many dimensions, different moving parts, today’s issues and the changing landscape. But every change must start somewhere. And there’s no better place than where it all began. We, the members of the United Nations, must now take up that task seriously and with purpose. Not because it is a competition for influence or a fight for positions but because if we continue like this, the condition of the world will only get worse. And that could mean more of us will be left behind.

Madam President,

While the world considers these concerns, India has tried to respond in a number of ways. By focusing first on the issues of the weaker sections, women, farmers and youth. And by formulating targeted policies and initiatives for their betterment.

Assured access to piped water, electricity, cooking gas and new homes is changing the lives of millions of people. The gender gap has started to reduce, be it health, education or the workplace. Our food producers receive financial assistance three times a year at the click of a button. And the government that has come to power for the third time has made providing skills to the youth its main priority.

Second, by expanding employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, including stronger training and large-scale financial incentives. 49.5 crore Mudra loans have been given to small businesses in the last decade. 67% of them have been given to women. Similarly, 65.6 lakh street vendors have availed 88.5 lakh Svanidhi loans. This is just in the last 4 years. 45% of the beneficiaries are again women.

Third, by creating templates that can be replicated elsewhere. This could be digital delivery or enhancing the quality of governance and public services. As in actually making medicines and healthcare facilities accessible and affordable. Digital public infrastructure and people’s pharmacy are examples of what India can offer the world today. It is also an alternative approach, where technology is used to empower, not dominate.

Fourth, by encouraging the Global South to come together and express their shared concerns. To that end we have held three Global South Summits, the most recent of which was held in August 2024.

And fifth, by contributing to the well-being of ordinary people around the world and meeting the needs of those in crisis.

This includes launching projects in 78 countries, providing resources to neighbors and lending a helping hand in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) situations, providing medicines and ensuring maritime security.

Terrorism is against every kind of goodness in the world. All its forms and manifestations must be strongly opposed. The UN banning global terrorists should also not be hampered by political reasons.

Jaishankar in United Nations

Madam President,
Given the scale of change underway in India, each of these dimensions underlines how the world’s problems can indeed be tackled. And that by working together, we can definitely create a huge lifting wave. It is essential to provide hope and rekindle optimism in these difficult times. We need to demonstrate that big changes are possible in a short time. There is nothing more powerful than the transformative potential of digital in this regard.

We have seen its impact in our daily lives in India in the last decade. This is visible when public benefits ranging from nutrition assistance and housing to energy and health are delivered efficiently and at scale. Or when small business loans and assistance to farmers are given without using middlemen.

In fact, when street vendors and migrant workers confidently use fintech in their routine transactions. When services, delivery and benefits run seamlessly and transparently, fewer people will be left behind. This is India’s experience and India’s relevance. The potential for such a leap forward, coupled with people-centric policies and visionary leadership, could truly be a gamechanger. When India lands on the moon, rolls out its own 5G stack, ships vaccines across the globe, embraces fintech or creates so many global competence centres, there is a message here. It is clear that our quest for ‘Vikas Bharat’ or a developed India will be closely watched.

Madam President,
A significant reason why many people are left behind is the failure of the current globalization model. Excessive centralization of production has hollowed out many economies, affecting their employment and social stability. Democratizing global production, building resilient supply chains, ensuring reliable digital services, and promoting open source culture all drive widespread prosperity. In this way, we have solutions to social as well as economic challenges.

Madam President,
The United Nations has always believed that peace and development go hand in hand. Yet, while challenges have emerged for one, the other has not been given due attention. Clearly, their economic implications for vulnerable and vulnerable people need to be highlighted. But we must also recognize that conflicts themselves must be resolved.

The world cannot be fatalistic about the continuation of large-scale violence, nor impervious to its broader consequences. Be it the war in Ukraine or the conflict in Gaza, the international community wants an immediate solution. These feelings must be acknowledged and acted upon.

Madam President,
The United Nations is a testament to the agreed principles and shared purposes of the world order. Respect for international law and commitments is of paramount importance in this regard. If we are to ensure global security and stability, it is essential that those who seek to lead set the right example. Nor can we tolerate gross violations of our core principles.

Terrorism is against every kind of goodness in the world. All its forms and manifestations must be strongly opposed. The UN banning global terrorists should also not be hampered by political reasons.

Madam President,
Many countries are left behind due to circumstances beyond their control. But some countries deliberately take such decisions, which have disastrous consequences. A great example of this is our neighboring country Pakistan. Unfortunately, their misdeeds affect others, especially the neighborhood.
When this politics inculcates such fanaticism among its people, its GDP can only be measured in terms of its exports in the form of fanaticism and terrorism. Today we see that our own society is falling into the same pits that it tried to dig for others. he/she cannot blame the world; This is just karma.

Madam President,
A worthless country greedy on the lands of others must be exposed and confronted. We heard some bizarre claims on this forum yesterday. Therefore, let me make India’s position completely clear. Pakistan’s policy of cross-border terrorism will never succeed. And he/she should have no hope of escaping punishment. On the contrary, the consequences of the action will definitely have to be suffered. The only issue between us now is to vacate the Indian territory illegally occupied by Pakistan. And certainly giving up Pakistan’s long-standing attachment to terrorism.

Madam President,
The global system is inherently pluralistic and diverse. The United Nations started with 51 members, now we have 193. The world has changed a lot and so have its concerns and opportunities. But to address both and truly strengthen the system, it is essential that the United Nations becomes the central forum for finding common ground. And this can happen only if we follow the deadlines.

Large parts of the world cannot be left behind when it comes to taking decisions on the major issues of our time. An effective and efficient United Nations, a more representative United Nations and a United Nations fit for purpose in the contemporary era are essential. So let us send a clear message from this UNGA session – we are determined not to be left behind. By coming together, sharing experiences, pooling resources and strengthening our resolve, we can change the world for the better.

Madam Speaker, thank you.

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