Russia found itself at the center of global attention during the SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan. While European ministers reportedly refused to pose for a group photo with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, President Vladimir Putin used the summit to showcase Moscow’s diplomatic reach. Putin held a series of high-profile bilateral meetings, reiterated Russia’s willingness to sell oil to Europe, and declared that Moscow seeks to end—not freeze—the war in Ukraine.


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a four-day diplomatic outreach to Central Asia, starting with Uzbekistan before heading to Kyrgyzstan for the 26th SCO summit. The visit will focus on trade, connectivity and security with a key meeting on the sidelines with Russian president Vladimir Putin also on the cards. Let's break down the numbers behind this Eurasian push.


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with Russian 
President Vladimir Putin in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The two leaders met on the sidelines of 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
From endless wars we should go to end of war", PM Modi tells Russian President Putin. PM Modi tells President Putin that: We are eager to welcome you to India for BRICS summit.

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The SCO Summit is taking place against a major geopolitical backdrop, with the West Asia conflict, the Russia-Ukraine war and growing tensions between major global powers putting the grouping’s unity under the spotlight.

As India, China, Russia and Iran come together at the summit, one of the biggest questions is whether SCO members can separate their economic interests from their deep geopolitical differences.


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The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) brings together some of the world's most influential powers, including India, China, Russia, Pakistan and key Central Asian states. As geopolitical rivalries intensify and global power equations shift, India faces a delicate balancing act within the bloc. Can the recent India-China thaw boost cooperation? What has the SCO achieved on security, counterterrorism and regional connectivity? And can the organisation evolve into a meaningful pillar of multipolarity, or will it remain a platform where rivals simply exchange views?

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a series of high-level bilateral meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to be among the most closely watched engagements. The summit comes at a crucial time for regional security, connectivity, economic cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts. Modi's visit is also aimed at strengthening India's ties with Central Asian nations and advancing New Delhi's diplomatic agenda ahead of key global summits.


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SCO Summit: PM Modi set to hold multiple bilateral meetings in Bishkek

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a series of bilateral meetings with leaders attending the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Kyrgyzstan. Among the most closely watched engagements will be his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, taking place against a volatile geopolitical backdrop.


PM Modi to meet SCO leaders, hold talks with Putin at summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a series of high-level bilateral meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to be among the most closely watched engagements. The summit comes at a crucial time for regional security, connectivity, economic cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts. Modi's visit is also aimed at strengthening India's ties with Central Asian nations and advancing New Delhi's diplomatic agenda ahead of key global summits.

SCO Summit: PM Modi to hold key bilateral talks with Putin, Xi & SCO leaders 

Iran is actively expanding its defense industry footprint, with officials expressing openness to exporting defense expertise and military technology to "independent" and friendly nations, particularly members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Iran has reported a significant increase in both production and exports of defense products. 


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New Delhi: India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to travel to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, next week to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting. The meeting on 28th April will see defence ministers of the grouping gathering to discuss evolving threats, including terrorism, extremism, as well as broader geopolitical tensions.The SCO, founded in 2001 by China, Russia, and Central Asian nations, has grown into a major grouping in the last 2 decades, especially with the inclusion of Iran in 2023 under Indian presidency. It serves as a key platform for security and economic cooperation across Eurasia. Defence ministers typically discuss military-to-military ties, counter-terrorism strategies, joint exercises, and intelligence sharing.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-uk-nsas-discuss-hormuz-closer-cooperation-against-khalistan-extremism-1776971604062">India, UK NSAs discuss Hormuz, closer cooperation against Khalistan extremism</a>For India, the meeting offers an opportunity to strengthen defence diplomacy in Central Asia, a region where New Delhi has been expanding its footprint through bilateral partnerships and infrastructure projects.India and Kyrgyzstan maintain long-standing defence ties, including joint training programmes and officer exchanges. Recent interactions, such as the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Working Group on defence cooperation, have focused on enhancing technical exchanges and industrial partnerships.In previous SCO forums, the Indian Defence minister has called for decisive action against radicalisation and cross-border terrorism, positions expected to feature prominently again.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-that-s-where-mea-shrugs-off-trump-s-hellhole-comment-on-india-and-china-1776947554143">‘That’s where…’: MEA shrugs off Trump’s ‘hellhole’ comment on India and China</a>No details are available on the bilateral schedule of the Defence Minister so far. China's Defence Minister Dong Jun is also scheduled to attend, along with counterparts from other member states, Chinese media has confirmed. Kyrgyzstan, which is the president of the grouping this year, will be hosting foreign, NSA-level meetings as well. Later in the year, it will host the SCO Summit. &nbsp;

For India, the meeting offers an opportunity to strengthen defence diplomacy in Central Asia, a region where New Delhi has been expanding its footprint through bilateral partnerships and infrastructure projects.

New Delhi: India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to travel to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, next week to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' meeting. The meeting on 28th April will see defence ministers of the grouping gathering to discuss evolving threats, including terrorism, extremism, as well as broader geopolitical tensions. The SCO, founded in 2001 by China, Russia, and Central Asian nations, has grown into a major grouping in the last 2 decades, especially with the inclusion of Iran in 2023 under Indian presidency. It serves as a key platform for security and economic cooperation across Eurasia. Defence ministers typically discuss military-to-military ties, counter-terrorism strategies, joint exercises, and intelligence sharing. Also read | India, UK NSAs discuss Hormuz, closer cooperation against Khalistan extremism For India, the meeting offers an opportunity to strengthen defence diplomacy in Central Asia, a region where New Delhi has been expanding its footprint through bilateral partnerships and infrastructure projects. India and Kyrgyzstan maintain long-standing defence ties, including joint training programmes and officer exchanges. Recent interactions, such as the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Working Group on defence cooperation, have focused on enhancing technical exchanges and industrial partnerships. In previous SCO forums, the Indian Defence minister has called for decisive action against radicalisation and cross-border terrorism, positions expected to feature prominently again. Also read | ‘That’s where…’: MEA shrugs off Trump’s ‘hellhole’ comment on India and China No details are available on the bilateral schedule of the Defence Minister so far. China's Defence Minister Dong Jun is also scheduled to attend, along with counterparts from other member states, Chinese media has confirmed. Kyrgyzstan, which is the president of the grouping this year, will be hosting foreign, NSA-level meetings as well. Later in the year, it will host the SCO Summit.

For India, the meeting offers an opportunity to strengthen defence diplomacy in Central Asia, a region where New Delhi has been expanding its footprint through bilateral partnerships and infrastructure projects.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Kyrgyzstan for SCO defence ministers' meeting next week

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) backed the application of India and Brazil for permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council in his speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. He also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.“The issue of Security Council reform is particularly important. Russia calls for its democratisation exclusively through the expansion of the representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America. We support the application of Brazil and India for permanent seats on the Council, while at the same time correcting the historical injustice towards Africa within the parameters that have been agreed by the countries of the continent themselves,” Lavrov said.

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Lavrov further asserted that the global balance of power has changed significantly in the 80 years since the UN was founded in 1945. “These new realities are not being adequately reflected in our organisational framework,” he said.He further added, “The global majority is loudly asserting its rights. The SCO and BRICS play a special role as mechanisms for coordinating the interests of the Global South and East.”Painting a narrative of ‘Global South awakening,’ Lavrov stressed that countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America demand a more just representation.“The process of decolonisation and other major upheavals have changed the political map of the planet,” he said. He also proposed declaring a Day of Struggle Against Colonialism on December 14.The Russian minister noted that Moscow’s push to bring reform to the UNSC is not revolutionary but corrective. “Russia advocates for reforming the UN Security Council but does not campaign for a revolution against anyone,” he said.

Lavrov also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Saturday (Sep 27) backed the application of India and Brazil for permanent seats at the United Nations Security Council in his speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. He also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South. “The issue of Security Council reform is particularly important. Russia calls for its democratisation exclusively through the expansion of the representation of Asia, Africa and Latin America. We support the application of Brazil and India for permanent seats on the Council, while at the same time correcting the historical injustice towards Africa within the parameters that have been agreed by the countries of the continent themselves,” Lavrov said.

Lavrov also stressed the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and BRICS, which comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE and Indonesia, as a mechanism for coordinating the interests of the Global South.

Lavrov backs India’s permanent seat at UNSC, hails role of SCO and BRICS in Global South, East

As China and Russia accelerate de-dollarisation efforts, questions loom over whether the US can afford strained ties with India. With Trump accusing BRICS of harboring anti-American policies, global power dynamics face a dramatic shift.


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India-U.S.: At the SCO Summit, US President Donald Trump criticized India’s trade policies, calling the relationship “one-sided” and highlighting zero tariff concessions from New Delhi.

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SCO Summit: At the SCO Summit in Tianjin, humanoid robots took center stage by serving ice cream to attendees, showcasing China’s advancements in robotics and automation.


SCO Summit: Robots At Service in Tianjin, Serve Ice Cream To Attendees 

At the SCO Summit 2025, a high-tech robot capable of mimicking human hand gestures drew major attention. Demonstrated during a tech showcase on the sidelines of the event, the robot highlighted advances in AI, gesture recognition, and human-machine interaction.

The innovation represents growing cooperation among SCO member states in science, technology, and AI development.

SCO Summit 2025: High-tech robot copies hand gestures

A robot that makes and serves ice cream became the unexpected star of the SCO Summit 2025. Showcased at the tech pavilion, the fully automated machine drew large crowds for its precise, efficient, and entertaining service.

The demonstration highlights growing interest in robotics, automation, and AI collaboration among SCO member countries, blending innovation with real-world utility.

SCO Summit 2025: Ice-cream making robot steals spotlight

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivers a strong message against terrorism at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, warning against the use of "double standards" in dealing with terror threats. With Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif present, PM Modi's remarks carry significant diplomatic weight.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivers a strong message against terrorism at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, warning against the use of "double standards" in dealing with terror threats. With Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif present, PM Modi's remarks carry significant diplomatic weight.

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