Prime Minister Narendra Modi presents 11-point action plan on counter terrorism for G-20 nations

Leaders of world's major economies began discussion on global growth and trade at the G-20 summit in Hamburg, Germany. Formally starting the summit this evening, German Chancellor Angela Merkel welcomed the dignitaries. In her address, she stressed the need to adopt an accommodative and compromising approach to resolve contentious issues.

At G-20 summit, the first working session, leaders are discussing global growth and trade. Negotiators at the summit are working to forge consensus among them on a number of issues including trade, climate change and migration. They are also likely to discuss conflict in Syria and security threat posed by the missile launch by North Korea among other issues.

During the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented 11-point action plan on counter terrorism for the G-20 nations. It proposes exchange of information on designated terrorists between the G-20 nations. The agenda proposed by Mr. Modi also calls for quick adoption of Comprehensive Convention of International Terrorism. The action plan also underlines the need for concrete action plan on cyber security to counter terrorism.

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with leaders of China, Brazil and South Africa among others on the sidelines of G-20 summit. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Gopal Baglay informed that at the informal gathering of BRICS leaders, hosted by China, Mr. Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a conversation on a range of issues.

The BRICS meeting was organised in run up to the forthcoming 9th BRICS Summit in September in Xiamen, China.

Speaking at the informal BRICS meeting, the Prime Minister said, that G20 should collectively oppose funding and safe haven for terrorism and its sponsors.

Mr. Modi said, it was necessary to work together for sustained global economic recovery. He reiterated India's commitment to implementing Paris Agreement in letter and spirit.

Concluding the meeting immediately after Prime Minister's remarks, Chinese President appreciated India's strong resolve against terrorism. He also appreciated India's success in economic field and social development and wished for even bigger success.

A round up of events by our correspondent covering the summit.