India-Russia Ties Key For Global Peace At SCO Summit 2025

The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, held in Tianjin on September 1, 2025, marked a pivotal moment for regional and global diplomacy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, engaging with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping , underscored India’s commitment to fostering peace, security, and cooperation. In a bilateral meeting with Putin, Modi described their frequent interactions as a "memorable experience" and reaffirmed the enduring strength of India-Russia ties. Addressing the SCO plenary, he called for a united stand against terrorism, pushed for reforms in global institutions like the UN, and outlined a vision for the SCO focusing on Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity. The summit, attended by 20 foreign leaders and 10 heads of international organisations, highlighted the SCO’s growing role in addressing global challenges.