Archive · 31 Aug 2026
Modi at SCO Summit for Putin Talks, Likely Xi Meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is attending a meeting of countries called the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
The meeting is taking place in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, over two days.
Modi is scheduled to speak with Russia’s President Vladimir Putin.
He is also likely to meet China’s President Xi Jinping.
Leaders will discuss wars and security problems in Ukraine and West Asia.
They will also talk about fighting terrorism and improving connections between countries.
India wants the group to focus on safety, opportunity and respect for countries’ borders.
The leaders may approve 27 documents about technology, climate, energy and emergencies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, for the two-day 26th SCO Summit on August 31-September 1.
Modi is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and is likely to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Leaders are expected to discuss regional security, terrorism, connectivity and the conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia.
India says its SCO priorities include security, connectivity, opportunity, economic cooperation, unity and respect for sovereignty.
Officials expect 27 documents on issues including artificial intelligence, climate, energy, drug addiction and disaster assistance.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, including Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping.
- What
- The 26th SCO Summit, alongside bilateral meetings and discussions on regional and global issues.
- When
- Modi arrived on Sunday; the summit is scheduled for August 31-September 1, with major talks on Monday.
- Where
- Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
- Why
- To discuss regional security, terrorism, connectivity, cooperation and conflicts affecting the region.
- Summit
- The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit is scheduled for August 31-September 1.
- SCO membership
- The organisation has 10 member states, 15 Dialogue Partners and two Observers.
- India’s membership
- India has been a full SCO member since 2017.
- Scheduled bilateral meeting
- Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin are scheduled to meet in Bishkek.
- Likely bilateral meeting
- Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping are expected to meet on the summit’s sidelines.
- Proposed outcomes
- Sources identified 27 documents proposed for signing or adoption.
- SCO anniversary
- The organisation is marking its 25th anniversary.
