KABUL - President Ashraf Ghani and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have met on the sidelines of the 17th Shanghai Cooperation Oganisation (SCO) summit and discussed a range of issues including terrorism, a media report said on Saturday.
During the meeting, Modi conveyed India's firm support for the war-ravaged country in "resolutely and effectively" combating the challenge of terrorism. He strongly condemned the recent spate of attacks in Kabul and other parts of Afghanistan, and expressed India's sincere condolences on loss of hundreds of innocent lives.
The two leaders discussed the current situation in Afghanistan, with specific reference to fighting terrorism and promoting peace, stability and reconciliation in the country. Modi appreciated the sacrifices of the brave Afghan people.
He assured Ghani that 1.25 billion Indians stood by the friendly people of Afghanistan in resolutely and effectively addressing the challenge of terrorism imposed on that country, an Indian news agency reported.
Both leaders agreed that India's entry into the SCO as a full member would help promote closer cooperation within the bloc, including in fighting terrorism. (Pajhwok)