Mattis says no tolerance for terrorist sanctuaries, will work with India
'Washington welcomes Indian efforts to help stabilize the situation in Afghanistan'
US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis (L) shakes hands with Indian Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the Indian Ministry of Defence prior to a meeting in New Delhi on September 26, 2017. PHOTO: REUTERS
Mattis was speaking after talks with Indian leaders aimed at deepening military ties. India has long accused Pakistan of harboring militants on its soil.
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“There can be no tolerance of terrorist safe havens. As global leaders, India and the United States resolve to work together to eradicate this scourge,” he said in a statement.
He also said Washington welcomed Indian efforts to help stabilize the situation in Afghanistan.
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