When it comes to national security, I stand firm beyond politics: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee in Singapore

May 28, 2025

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee has emphasised that national security and sovereignty transcend political differences.

Speaking on the opposition's stance, Banerjee said, "Where I might differ with the ruling dispensation or the political party, I will fight with them tooth and nail. But when it comes to the national security of my country, I will stand firmly and serve towards what is in the best interest of my nation. I will not let my political interests come in the way of my national interest."

Banerjee further pointed out evidence of cross-border terror support, highlighting the presence of high-ranking Pakistani military officials at funerals of labelled terrorists.

"You have so much evidence in the public domain where you see high-ranking Pakistani military general officials attending the funeral of labelled terrorists, where else do you see this? I mean, what else can we offer you as evidence?" he questioned.

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee highlighted the power of social media in spreading key messages on national security, saying it moves faster than traditional diplomacy.

Echoing the importance of strong connections, Indian High Commissioner Shilpak Ambule marked 60 years of India-Singapore ties, reflecting deepening relations in a fast-changing world.

Speaking about the significance of this year, which also marks Singapore's 60th anniversary, Ambule pointed to key high-level engagements, including President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's state visit to India in January.