Question : AGREEMENT WITH SPAIN



(a) the details of subjects discussed and agreements reached between the two countries during his recent visit to Spain; and

(b) the view point of Spain in respect of starting a joint campaign against the Islamic terrorism?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI. CH. VIDYASAGAR RAO)


(a) & (b): Shri L. K. Advani, Deputy Prime Minister accompanied by a high level delegation visited Spain from 20th to 22nd June, 2002. During his stay in Spain, Deputy Prime Minister met Mr. Mariano Rajoy Brey, Deputy Prime Minister & Interior Minister and Mr. Angel Acebes Paniagua, Minister for Justice. During the visit, Extradition Treaty between India and Spain was signed and treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal matters between India and Spain was initialled. Enhancing bilateral cooperation on fighting international terrorism and related issues were discussed during the visit. The visit gave an opportunity to highlight our commitment to stronger bilateral cooperation in law enforcement, and fight against global terrorism and sensitise Spanish authorities on India`s position on cross border terrorism by Pakistan.
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