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Putin and Modi Set for Key SCO Summit Talks

8/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in December to meet PM Narendra Modi during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in China.
Modi's visit to China is notable due to strained India-US relations linked to tariffs on Indian goods and oil purchases from Russia.
The SCO Summit will focus on cross-border terrorism, with Modi likely to call for strong condemnation of these acts.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2001, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) aimed to enhance regional security among member states, including Russia and India. The organization has focused on combating terrorism, particularly as India faces cross-border threats. Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to China amid strained India-US relations underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions, potentially reshaping alliances and security strategies in the region.

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Story summary

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in December to meet PM Narendra Modi during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in China.
Modi's visit to China is notable due to strained India-US relations linked to tariffs on Indian goods and oil purchases from Russia.
The SCO Summit will focus on cross-border terrorism, with Modi likely to call for strong condemnation of these acts.

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