PM Modi’s SCO Visit: Three Key Diplomatic Challenges for India

Modi's SCO visit may boost India's practical ties with Central Asia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the SCO Summit in Bishkek and meet regional leaders. Experts say the visit could turn India's Central Asia outreach into practical gains on connectivity and cooperation.

PM Modi’s SCO visit: Three key diplomatic challenges for India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan comes with a wider diplomatic agenda beyond the SCO. India is looking to navigate challenges ahead of the BRICS Summit, build support for its 2028-29 UN Security Council bid and revive the long-pending India-Central Asia Summit. Here’s what is at stake for India.

Plans afoot for Modi, Xi meet at SCO, to set stage for India visit

Prime Minister Modi will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Bishkek next week. This meeting precedes President Xi's visit to India for the BRICS Summit. The Bishkek discussions will prepare for substantive outcomes in New Delhi. India will also push for stronger anti-terror measures and connectivity initiatives. Discussions will focus on financial mechanisms and counter-terrorism efforts.

PM Modis Visit to Kyrgyzstan Seen as a Gift, Bollywood Remains Popular: Actor Almaz

Bishkek, August 30: Kyrgyz television presenter and actor Almaz Alimjanov expressed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kyrgyzstan is a significant moment for the country. He noted that this is not Modi’s first visit, highlighting the global recognition of Indian culture. Almaz stated, “PM Modi’s arrival feels like a gift for us, as India is a large and renowned country. I believe this is very beneficial for our nation.” He emphasized t…