Modi starts two-nation visit, aims to deepen trade and defence ties in Central Asia

Why in news

PM Modi's visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan aims to strengthen India's strategic, trade, and defence ties in Central Asia and participate in the 26th SCO Summit.

Background

PM Modi is visiting Uzbekistan (meeting President Shavkat Mirziyoyev) and Kyrgyzstan (meeting President Sadyr Japarov). The visit includes participation in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek.

Facts for Prelims

• PlaceUzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan are landlocked countries in Central Asia.
• Intl. orgSCO: Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is a regional political, economic, and security alliance.
• PostShavkat Mirziyoyev is the President of Uzbekistan; Sadyr Japarov is the President of Kyrgyzstan.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of India's growing strategic and economic engagement with Central Asian countries in the context of its 'Connect Central Asia' policy.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Energy security
• Trade corridors
• Regional stability
• Counter-terrorism cooperation

Keywords: Strategic Partnership · Regional Connectivity · Energy Security · Multilateralism

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