New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Emphasising the growing need for collective global action against terrorism, Major General Kulvir Singh, Commander of Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School, on Wednesday said the ADMM-Plus framework has emerged as a strong pillar of multilateral cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. Speaking at the 16th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM Plus) Experts Working Group on counter terrorism co-chaired by India and Malaysia on Wednesday, he said the forum reflects the seriousness with which participating nations approach the challenge of terrorism.

Addressing delegates, Major General Singh noted, "Counter-terrorism is not merely a technical or military issue. It is a matter that touches the lives of ever...