NEW DELHI — Beginning a two-nation diplomatic visit to Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s commitment to fostering a secure, connected, and prosperous Central Asian region, emphasizing that regional stability requires decisive global action against terrorism, extremism, and separatism.
The official itinerary (August 29 – September 1) encompasses high-level bilateral talks in Tashkent followed by participation in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek.
Deepening India–Uzbekistan Bilateral Engagement
During his State Visit to Tashkent, PM Modi will meet with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to review and accelerate strategic cooperation across key growth areas:
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Strategic & Economic Synergy: Bilateral deliberations will focus on defense, clean energy, cross-border trade, and digital connectivity, linking India’s Viksit Bharat initiatives with Uzbekistan’s Yangi Uzbekistan economic vision.
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Commemorative Engagements: The Prime Minister will pay homage at the Lal Bahadur Shastri Memorial and tour the Mahatma Gandhi Centre at the Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies, celebrating deep-rooted cultural and educational linkages.
26th SCO Summit Priorities and Regional Diplomacy
Moving to Bishkek at the invitation of President Sadyr Zhaparov, PM Modi’s multilateral agenda at the SCO milestone summit focuses on structural security and economic integration:
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Addressing Multilateral Priorities: Speaking at the 25th-anniversary milestone assembly of the SCO, the Prime Minister will outline India’s strategic principles—centered on Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity.
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Bilateral Dialogues & Cultural Honors: On the sidelines of the summit, PM Modi will hold bilateral meetings with international counterparts and attend the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games, honoring Central Asia’s historical heritage.
