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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Mar 30 2017 | 2:48 PM IST
The challenge of cross-border terrorism and large-scale ceasefire violations by Pakistan continue to have a negative impact on India's vision for a secure and peaceful neighbourhood, the government said today.
In a written reply in Rajya Sabha, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said India's approach towards its neighbourhood is focused on greater connectivity, stronger cooperation and broader contacts.
Asserting that high-level visits to all countries in the neighbourhood have imparted a new energy to bilateral ties, the minister said the government has resolved "long-pending issues, extended timely assistance" to various countries.
"However, the challenge of cross-border terrorism and large-scale ceasefire violations by Pakistan continue to have a negative impact on our vision for a secure, prosperous and peaceful neighbourhood.
"The government continues to meet this challenge with renewed resolve and determination," Swaraj said.
She was replying to a question regarding India's foreign policy with respect to neighbouring countries and if there was a proposal to rethink or restructure it.

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First Published: Mar 30 2017 | 2:48 PM IST

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