PM Modi Begins Diplomatic Tour of Central Asia for SCO Summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commenced a four-day official visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral ties and advance India’s strategic vision for regional stability and counterterrorism cooperation.

29 Aug, 03:56 — 29 Aug, 05:09

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Why this matters

India's engagement with Central Asia is strategically vital for energy security, counter-terrorism coordination, and balancing Chinese and Russian influence within the SCO framework. The summit provides a platform to deepen trade routes and secure stable partnerships amid shifting global alliances. These diplomatic outcomes will directly shape India's long-term economic and security footprint in Eurasia.

Key entitiesNarendra Modi Shavkat Mirziyoyev Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Uzbekistan Kyrgyzstan

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What sources agree on

PM Modi is undertaking a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan
The trip coincides with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit
India aims to advance a regional security and connectivity agenda through the SCO
Bilateral discussions will include meetings with Uzbek leadership

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PM Modi is visiting Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan for a four-day trip.

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The visit coincides with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

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Modi will hold bilateral talks with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

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India's SCO agenda prioritizes a terror-free region, security, connectivity, and opportunity.

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Primary diplomatic emphasis

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Highlights bilateral strategic partnership strengthening with Uzbekistan

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Emphasizes multilateral SCO engagement and India's broader regional security vision

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1h ago

PM Modi begins four-day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan visit for SCO summit; what's on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. He will hold bilateral talks with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. Modi will then attend the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek. This visit aims to strengthen India's strategic partnerships in Central Asia. The summit will bring together leaders from ten member nations.

By YASHASVI VASISTHA

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ndtvMostly Factual1h ago

'Looking To Advance India's Vision For Region Free From Terror': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said he was looking forward to advancing India's vision for the SCO, anchored in security, connectivity and opportunity, and to working with fellow members for a region free from the scourge of terrorism.

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gulf-newsMixed1h ago

'Strengthening strategic ties': PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

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times-of-omanMixed15m ago

Indian PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his two-nation visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on Saturday, expressing confidence that the...

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'Looking To Advance India's Vision For Region Free From Terror': PM Modi

Times of India29 Aug, 04:11

PM Modi begins four-day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan visit for SCO summit; what's on agenda

gulf-news29 Aug, 04:16

'Strengthening strategic ties': PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

times-of-oman29 Aug, 05:09Latest update

Indian PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

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Initial Departure & Agenda ReleaseAug 29, 2026 morning

Outlets publish breaking news on Modi's departure and outline the SCO summit itinerary alongside bilateral meeting plans.

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PM Modi Begins Diplomatic Tour of Central Asia for SCO Summit

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PM Modi begins four-day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan visit for SCO summit; what's on agenda

'Looking To Advance India's Vision For Region Free From Terror': PM Modi

'Strengthening strategic ties': PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Indian PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

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'Looking To Advance India's Vision For Region Free From Terror': PM Modi

PM Modi begins four-day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan visit for SCO summit; what's on agenda

'Strengthening strategic ties': PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Indian PM Modi embarks on four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

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