India’s Global Outreach Against Terrorism from Pakistan
India is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to garner international support against terrorism emanating from Pakistan. With Pakistan holding a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) during 2025-2026, India aims to solidify alliances with both current and incoming UNSC members. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to isolate Pakistan and highlight its role in supporting terrorist activities. India’s outreach is particularly focused on the new UNSC members set to join in January 2026. These include Latvia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Bahrain, Liberia, and Colombia. By briefing these nations, India hopes to influence their stance on Pakistan’s actions. The initiative follows a recent UNSC statement condemning terrorism, which India struggled to strengthen due to Pakistan’s influence.
Targeted Countries
The diplomatic teams will visit both permanent and non-permanent UNSC members. They will engage with the United States, United Kingdom, France, and Russia, while excluding China, perceived as Pakistan’s ally. Additionally, outreach will extend to the outgoing non-permanent members, including Algeria and Guyana, and the incoming members, such as Denmark and Greece.
Engagement with Muslim-Majority Nations
India’s strategy also includes strengthening ties with key Muslim-majority countries in West Asia and Southeast Asia. Nations like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Egypt, which have historically supported Pakistan, are now viewed as potential allies. This shift reflects a pragmatic approach to international relations, as these countries reassess their diplomatic ties.
G7 and BRICS Involvement
The diplomatic teams will also engage with G7 countries, including Germany, Italy, and Japan, to solidify India’s position on the global stage. Brazil and South Africa, BRICS members, will be included in discussions, alongside Ethiopia, which hosts the African Union’s headquarters. These engagements are crucial for encouraging a united front against terrorism.
Strategic Briefings and Meetings
The delegations will be led by India’s Foreign Secretary and senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs. They will meet with political leaders, think-tanks, and media representatives in the target countries. This broad engagement aims to present India’s perspective on terrorism and garner support for its initiatives at the UNSC.
Overall Objectives
The overarching goal of this outreach is to build a coalition of nations that will support India’s stance on terrorism linked to Pakistan. By effectively communicating its concerns, India seeks to ensure that future UNSC discussions reflect its priorities and counter Pakistan’s narratives.
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