JNU Suspends Agreement with Turkey University Amid “Boycott Turkey” Calls
In a sudden move, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has announced that it has cancelled a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Turkey’s Inonu University, citing “national security considerations”. This decision comes amid growing calls for a “boycott Turkey” over its support to Pakistan in various issues, including the Kashmir conflict and terrorism.
The MoU between JNU and Inonu University, which was signed in 2019, aimed to promote academic cooperation, research, and cultural exchange between the two institutions. However, the agreement has now been suspended “until further notice”, according to a statement released by JNU.
“Due to National Security considerations, the MoU between JNU and Inonu University, Türkiye stands suspended until further notice. JNU stands with the Nation,” the statement said.
The decision to suspend the agreement has been welcomed by many, who have been calling for a boycott of Turkey over its perceived support to Pakistan. Turkey has been a vocal critic of India’s actions in Kashmir, and has also been accused of providing support to terrorist groups operating in the region.
The Kashmir conflict has been a major point of contention between India and Pakistan for decades. The two countries have fought three wars over the region, and have also engaged in several skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC) that divides Kashmir.
In recent years, Turkey has been increasingly vocal in its support for Pakistan on the Kashmir issue. In 2019, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Pakistan and expressed his country’s “strong support” for Islamabad’s stance on Kashmir. Turkey has also been accused of providing military aid to Pakistan, which has been used to fund terrorist groups operating in the region.
The boycott Turkey movement gained momentum in India after Turkey’s President Erdogan made a controversial statement about the Kashmir conflict. In a tweet, Erdogan said that the Kashmir issue was a “Muslim” issue, and that India had committed “genocide” in the region. The statement was widely condemned in India, and many called for a boycott of Turkish goods and services.
JNU’s decision to suspend its agreement with Inonu University has been seen as a significant move in the boycott Turkey movement. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence, and its suspension of the agreement with Inonu University is seen as a symbol of India’s commitment to national security.
The decision has also been welcomed by many students and faculty members of JNU, who have been vocal in their criticism of Turkey’s support to Pakistan. In a statement, the JNU Students’ Union said that the university’s decision was “a strong message to Turkey that its support to Pakistan will not be tolerated”.
The boycott Turkey movement has also gained momentum globally, with many countries and organizations expressing their support for India’s stance on Kashmir. The United States, Canada, and several European countries have all condemned Turkey’s support to Pakistan, and have called for a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir conflict.
In conclusion, JNU’s decision to suspend its agreement with Inonu University is a significant move in the boycott Turkey movement. The university’s commitment to national security and its rejection of Turkey’s support to Pakistan is a powerful symbol of India’s commitment to its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
