National Security Advisers of BRICS countries have agreed to pool their efforts to counter terrorism and violent extremism emanating from Pakistan.
The representatives highlighted the need for resolution of outstanding disputes in the West Asia and North Africa region through dialogue, peaceful means and in accordance with international law and the principles of the UN charter.
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said the BRICS representatives in their meeting chaired by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in New Delhi, agreed to strengthen joint efforts on enhancing cyber security, combating cyber-crimes, and improving cooperation between technical and law enforcement agencies.
The representatives agreed to expand BRICS Counter Terrorism cooperation to include measures for denying terrorists access to finance and arms and ammunition.
They underscored the need for a global legal regime to deal with the menace of terrorism. It was also decided to explore regular energy dialogue for long and medium term energy security issues.