Looking to advance India's vision for region free from terror: PM ahead of SCO Summit

Public Lokpal
August 29, 2026

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a strategic four-day visit to Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic, underscoring India’s regional vision ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. Centered on the themes of "Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity," the Prime Minister reaffirmed India's commitment to fostering a regional landscape completely free from terrorism, separatism, and extremism.
State Visit to Uzbekistan
Bilateral Agenda: Commencing in Tashkent, discussions with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev focus on elevating trade, expanding defense cooperation, securing energy partnerships, and advancing digital connectivity.
Economic Synergy: Both nations are aligning key national growth blueprints, bridging India's Viksit Bharat initiative with Uzbekistan's Yangi Uzbekistan.
SCO Summit in the Kyrgyz Republic
Multilateral Engagement: Moving to Bishkek for the 26th SCO Summit—marking the bloc's milestone 25th anniversary—the Prime Minister will address the plenary session to detail India's regional priorities.
Side-line Diplomacy: The visit includes critical bilateral meetings with fellow SCO leaders to strengthen diplomatic ties, bolster regional infrastructure projects, and address shared security concerns.
Cultural Highlights: The itinerary features attendance at the grand opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games, celebrating shared cultural heritage across Central Asia.
This diplomatic tour reinforces India's proactive role as a pillar of stability and development across the Eurasian neighborhood.