BRICS condemns all forms of terrorism, calls for early adoption of CCIT

Strongly condemning terrorism in all its forms, the BRICS nations of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa called for the need for an early adoption of a Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT).

The BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs/International Relations held their annual meeting on the margins of the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly Thursday. The meeting was chaired by Russia in the country's capacity as the incoming BRICS Chair for 2020.

"The ministers reiterated their strong condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations whenever, wherever and by whomsoever committed. They expressed their conviction that a comprehensive approach is necessary to ensure an effective fight against terrorism," an official statement issued here said.

The ministers urged the need for concerted efforts to counter terrorism in accordance with the international law and under UN auspices, and stressed in this regard "the need for early adoption of a Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT)."