Modi meets Xi, Putin; tackles terrorism with Pakistan at SCO summit

Why in news

PM Modi engaged with leaders of China and Russia at the SCO summit in Bishkek to address regional terrorism and strengthen India's footprint in Central Asia.

Background

The summit took place in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. India participated in the SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum to balance relations with Russia and China while pursuing interests in Central Asia.

Facts for Prelims

• Intl. orgSCO: Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is a Eurasian political, economic, and security alliance.
• PlaceBishkek is the capital of Kyrgyzstan.
• FactSCO members include China, Russia, India, Pakistan, and Central Asian nations.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) in shaping India's strategic autonomy and security cooperation in Central Asia.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Strategic autonomy
• Counter-terrorism cooperation
• Central Asian connectivity
• Multipolarity

Keywords: Strategic Autonomy · Counter-terrorism · Multilateralism · Regional Connectivity · Geopolitics

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