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world4 months ago

Modi, Putin, and Xi strengthen ties amid US-Russia-India tensions

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirm their 'special and privileged' relationship during a meeting in China, amidst rising US tariffs on Russian oil imports that have pushed India closer to Russia and China. The leaders discussed regional stability, bilateral trade, and energy cooperation, with India defending its Russian oil purchases despite US pressure, highlighting a shift towards multi-alignment in India's foreign policy.

world4 months ago

Shanghai Summit Signals US Adversaries' Unified Message

The SCO summit in Tianjin, hosted by China with over 20 world leaders including North Korea, India, Iran, Russia, and others, highlights China's efforts to boost economic and connectivity initiatives amid US global influence challenges. The summit emphasizes regional diversification, multi-alignment, and the importance of China, India, and Russia's bilateral relations, reflecting broader shifts away from US unipolarity and the need for the US to adopt more stable, multilateral strategies.

politics4 months ago

China Gains Global Spotlight Amid Trump Turmoil

Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other leaders to strengthen Beijing's influence and promote a multipolar world order amid tensions from U.S. trade policies and Western sanctions, with discussions focusing on regional and global power dynamics.

world4 months ago

Xi Hosts Key Meetings with Modi and Putin to Strengthen Global Alliances

Xi Jinping is convening a major SCO summit to bolster China's influence and present a united front against US dominance, with key discussions on regional security, energy cooperation, and geopolitical alignments involving Russia, India, Iran, and others, amid ongoing global tensions and US-China competition.

international-relations2 years ago

Iran Joins Shanghai Cooperation Organization, Gaining Support from Putin, Xi, and Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have welcomed Iran as the ninth full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a significant security and trade alliance. The SCO, which includes China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan, now represents around 40 percent of the world's population and controls approximately 20 percent of the world's oil reserves. During the virtual summit, the leaders expressed their congratulations to Iran and emphasized the importance of enhancing ties, resisting Western sanctions, and combating terrorism. Putin also thanked the member states for their support during a recent mutiny in Russia.

world2 years ago

China's President Xi Jinping advocates for regional peace and solidarity at SCO Summit

China's President Xi Jinping called for solidarity among the members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), including Russia, India, and Iran, during a virtual summit hosted by India. Xi urged the member states to resist Western sanctions and external interference, while also emphasizing the need to safeguard regional peace and ensure common security. Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked the SCO partners for their support during a failed mutiny staged by the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Iran joined the SCO as a full member, with its membership aimed at strengthening unity and collective security. The leaders of India and Pakistan expressed concerns about the situation in Afghanistan, with India warning of the risk of instability and Pakistan calling for an urgent reset in international engagement with the Taliban rulers.

international-relations2 years ago

Putin Reassures Asian Leaders of Russia's Stability

Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and assured Asian leaders that Russia is stable and will resist Western sanctions and provocations. He thanked SCO countries for their support during the recent attempted armed mutiny. Putin emphasized Russia's determination to resist external pressure and strengthen trade and diplomacy links with SCO partners. The SCO, comprising China, India, Russia, and other Central Asian countries, aims to achieve long-term peace, stability, and economic recovery in the region.

international-politics2 years ago

"Modi's Speech at SCO Summit: Confronting Terrorism and Omitting Ukraine"

President Vladimir Putin addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting, claiming that the Russian people were "united as never before" following a short-lived armed rebellion. The SCO, founded by Russia and China, welcomed Iran as a new member, bringing the total membership to nine nations. Putin praised the SCO's role in international affairs and thanked member nations for their support during the rebellion. The summit also addressed global challenges such as disruptions in food, fuel, and fertilizer supplies. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against countries using terrorism as a state policy, while Pakistan's Prime Minister Sharif defended his country's role in fighting terrorism. The SCO meeting provided Putin an opportunity to demonstrate control after the rebellion and showcase Russia's influence in the region.

international-politics2 years ago

"Putin Highlights Unprecedented Unity in Russia-China Security Group Meeting"

President Vladimir Putin addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) meeting, claiming that the Russian people were "united as never before" following a short-lived armed rebellion. The SCO, founded by Russia and China, welcomed Iran as a new member, bringing the total membership to nine nations. Putin praised the SCO's role in international affairs and thanked member nations for their support during the rebellion. The summit also addressed global challenges such as disruptions in food, fuel, and fertilizer supplies. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against countries using terrorism as a state policy, while Pakistan's Prime Minister Sharif defended his country's role in fighting terrorism. The SCO meeting provided Putin an opportunity to demonstrate control after the rebellion and showcase Russia's influence in the region.

international-relations2 years ago

"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.

international-relations2 years ago

"Putin's First Summit Since Wagner Insurrection: Talks with China and India Leaders"

Russian President Vladimir Putin will participate in his first multilateral summit since the Wagner insurrection, joining leaders from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) virtually on Tuesday. The SCO, founded by Russia and China, focuses on security and economic cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and addressing climate change. The summit, hosted by India, provides an opportunity for Putin to project strength and credibility, while also showcasing Russia's continued support within the SCO. The forum is important for Moscow to demonstrate that it remains influential despite Western attempts to isolate it. The SCO's expansion, including the addition of Iran and potential membership for Belarus, could pose challenges for Western countries.

international-relations2 years ago

"Putin's First Summit Since Wagner Insurrection: Meeting with China and India Leaders"

Russian President Vladimir Putin will participate in his first multilateral summit since the Wagner insurrection, joining leaders from the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) virtually on Tuesday. The SCO, founded by Russia and China, focuses on security and economic cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and addressing climate change. The summit, hosted by India, provides an opportunity for Putin to project strength and credibility, while also showcasing Russia's continued support within the SCO. The forum is important for Moscow to demonstrate that it remains influential despite Western attempts to isolate it. The SCO's expansion and China's growing role in the organization could pose challenges for Western countries in the future.

politics2 years ago

India holds pre-forum talks with China and Russia in Central Asia.

India's foreign minister held talks with his Chinese and Russian counterparts ahead of a Central Asian security forum. The meeting with China focused on resolving outstanding issues and ensuring peace in the border areas, while the meeting with Russia reviewed bilateral, global, and multilateral cooperation. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization members are expected to discuss deepening economic and security cooperation in the region on Friday, with a summit of SCO leaders to be held in July.

politics2 years ago

Shanghai Cooperation Group discusses terrorism and fragile peace between India and China.

India's defense minister, Rajnath Singh, called on Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) states to work together to eliminate terrorism in all its forms at an SCO meeting in New Delhi. His comments were seen as a veiled criticism of Pakistan, which India accuses of sponsoring terrorism in Kashmir. Meanwhile, Russia's defense minister criticized the West at the same meeting.

diplomacy2 years ago

Pakistan's Foreign Minister to Visit India for Senior-Level Meeting After 7 Years

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will visit India next month to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization's foreign ministers meeting, marking the most senior-level visit in seven years between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The SCO is an eight-member regional security and economic grouping led by China, and its members include India, Pakistan, and Russia. The breakthrough comes after China brokered a deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia last month, and Saudi Arabia moved closer to joining the SCO bloc.