Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his official visit to China, attending the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. He described the visit as “productive,” highlighting India’s constructive role in global dialogue and expressing gratitude to President Xi Jinping, the Chinese government, and the Chinese people for successfully hosting the summit.
During the summit, PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasising the importance of New Delhi and Moscow’s long-standing partnership for global peace, stability, and prosperity. In his address to the SCO, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance of taking immediate action against terrorism, notably financing and radicalisation, mentioning the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack. He encouraged members to hold states that support cross-border terrorism.
Additional Chinese President Xi Jinping and PM Modi acknowledged the positive momentum in ties since their October 2024 meeting in Kazan during the BRICS Summit. They agreed that India and China are development partners and highlighted that disagreements should not turn into disputes. They emphasised the need for stable partnerships in promoting regional growth and shaping a multipolar world.
The PM also met with leaders from Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and Eurasia, emphasising India’s commitment to strengthening cooperation.
