At BRICS Meeting, India Stresses Safe Navigation Through Hormuz and Other Sea Routes
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Source: अमर उजाला | Original Published At: 2026-05-15 00:00:00 UTC
Key Points
- At the BRICS foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi, India said safe movement of ships through all maritime routes, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, is essential.
- India warned that disruptions in key sea lanes would seriously affect the global economy.
- External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted rising risks to shipping and stress on energy and oil supply systems due to conflict in West Asia.
- India said it supports efforts aimed at reducing tensions and restoring peace, while emphasizing compliance with international law and protection of civilians and public infrastructure.
- On terrorism, India called for zero tolerance and urged BRICS members to act together against cross-border terrorism.
- India also criticized unilateral trade restrictions and sanctions, saying such measures run against international law and the UN Charter.