- PM Modi departed for Kyrgyzstan after a two-day visit to Uzbekistan, where ties were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
- Upon his arrival in Bishkek on August 30, 2026, PM Modi was received by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
- On August 31, 2026, PM Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial in Bishkek during his visit for the SCO summit.
- The 25th SCO summit is being held from August 31 to September 1, with leaders including Putin, Xi, and Pezeshkian in attendance.
- The SCO is marking its 25th anniversary this year, having been established in 2001 by China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
- India and Pakistan joined the SCO as full members in 2017, followed by Iran in 2023 and Belarus in 2024.
- The summit will focus on regional and international developments, including trade, energy, and security, with discussions expected on counter-terrorism and economic cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on August 31, 2026, as the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit commenced. The summit, marking the 25th anniversary of the SCO, brings together leaders from ten member countries to discuss pressing issues including security, trade, and regional tensions.356
Modi, who arrived in Bishkek after a visit to Uzbekistan, emphasized India's commitment to a region free from terrorism, separatism, and extremism. He stated, “I look forward to advancing India's vision for the region, anchored in security, connectivity, and opportunity.” The summit is particularly significant as it sets the stage for the upcoming Brics Summit in New Delhi and discussions on the UN Security Council term for 2028-2029.
The SCO, established in 2001, includes major players like Russia, China, India, and Iran, representing around 3.4 billion people and approximately 25% of the world’s GDP. The summit will address ongoing conflicts involving member states, particularly Iran and Russia, and focus on counter-terrorism and economic cooperation, including the proposed SCO Development Bank.789
Modi's participation is also crucial for India’s diplomatic strategy, as he aims to strengthen ties with Central Asian nations and address concerns over the Hormuz Strait blockade with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian. Additionally, India and Tajikistan are competing for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, making this summit a pivotal moment for regional diplomacy.4
“The summit marks the 25th anniversary of the SCO, which now represents 10 members and about 25% of global GDP. Modi is expected to use the meeting to set the tone for the upcoming Brics summit in New Delhi and address India's concerns over the Hormuz Strait blockade with Iran's president.”
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