"Leaders of Russia, China, and India Unite at SCO Summit to Address Dueling Priorities"

President Vladimir Putin will participate in his first multilateral summit since the Wagner insurrection, joining leaders from China and India at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. The SCO, founded by Russia and China, focuses on security and economic cooperation, fighting terrorism and drug trafficking, and addressing climate change and the situation in Afghanistan. The summit provides an opportunity for Putin to project strength and credibility, while also showcasing Russia's continued support from SCO member countries. India, as the host, aims to balance its ties with the West and the East, emphasizing the need to combat cross-border terrorism and respect territorial integrity. China's growing dominance in the SCO poses challenges for Western capitals.