India, US press for firm, quick action against terror by Pakistan

New Delhi, Oct 25: In what is given out as "fruitful" discussions between two sides, India and the United States on Wednesday expressed deep concern on terrorism in Afghanistan and both the countries pressed for adequate actions against terrorism by Pakistan. Addressing media after hour-long meeting with the visiting US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson here, Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said, "both Secretary of State Tillerson and I agree that any country providing help to terror elements should be made accountable". "President Donald Trump's new strategy in Asia cannot succeed if Pakistan does not take adequate steps against terror," she said. Almost endorsing her, Mr Tillerson said both India and the US are natural allies and that Washington stands "shoulder to shoulder" with India against terrorism. He further said, "The terror outfits can also threaten Pakistan's own stability..... We (America) want to work with Pakistan in a positive way.....That is in Pakistan's own interest also." UNI