SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 in Tianjin, China, where regional security, trade, energy cooperation, and evolving geopolitical alignments remain the focus of discussions. On the second day of the summit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to deliver an address at the plenary session, outlining India’s regional priorities, followed by bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This year’s SCO summit holds added significance as it marks PM Modi’s first visit to China since the border clashes of 2020. The summit is taking place at a time when Washington has escalated trade tensions with New Delhi, with US President Donald Trump imposing a steep 50 percent tariff on Indian exports in response to India’s continued purchase of Russian crude oil.

On Sunday, Prime Minister Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking a significant step forward in efforts to restore trust between the two neighbors. Both leaders emphasised the need for resolving longstanding boundary disputes peacefully while enhancing bilateral cooperation. PM Modi also met Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on the sidelines of the Summit, stating India's developmental cooperation with the Indian Ocean island country is beneficial for the people of both nations. The meeting, covered prominently by Chinese state media, comes seven years after Modi’s last visit to China and follows their previous encounter during the 2024 BRICS summit in Kazan.

  1. 09:52 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi Thanks Nations For Support After Pahalgam Terror Attack

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Security, peace and stability are the basis of development of any country. But terrorism, separatism and extremism are big challenges in this path. Terrorism is not just a challenge to the security of a country but a common challenge for all of humanity. No country, no society, no citizen can consider itself safe from it. Therefore, India has emphasised unity in the fight against terrorism...India took the initiative to fight Al Qaeda and the terrorist organisations associated with it by leading the Joint Information Operation...We raised our voice against terror financing. I express gratitude for your support in it"

    "We have to say clearly and unanimously that no double standards are acceptable on terrorism. This attack was an open challenge to every country and person who believes in humanity. In such a situation, it is natural to raise the question of whether the open support of terrorism by some countries can be acceptable to us. We have to unanimously oppose terrorism in every form and colour. This is our duty towards humanity..." PM Modi added.,

  2. 09:24 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: Xi Jinping Stresses Unity, Opposes ‘Hegemonism’ In Opening Remarks

    Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing the SCO Members Session in Tianjin on Monday, underlined the grouping’s role in promoting security, cooperation, and regional stability. Xi highlighted that member states had “steadily promoted law enforcement and security cooperation, properly managed and settled differences, unequivocally opposed external interference, and maintained peace and stability in the region.”

    He further stressed the importance of the Belt and Road initiative, calling it the first of its kind in fostering connectivity. “We always stand on the side of international fairness and justice, champion inclusiveness and mutual learning between civilizations, and oppose hegemonism and power politics,” Xi said, setting the tone for the SCO’s deliberations.,

  3. 08:53 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi Tweets Ahead Of Meet With Global Leaders

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the venue of the Shanghai Cooperation Council (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China. PM Modi also had interacted with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of their crucial meet.  "Interactions in Tianjin continue! Exchanging perspectives with President Putin and President Xi during the SCO Summit," PM Modi said on X.,

  4. 08:25 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi’s Hug, Handshake With Putin Steals Spotlight Ahead Of Key Bilateral Talks In Tianjin

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin shared a warm handshake and brief hug on Monday ahead of their bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. PM Modi shared the pictures on social media platform and said 'Always a delight to meet President Putin!' The meeting comes as global attention focuses on the summit’s plenary session, where Modi will outline India’s regional priorities. Both leaders are expected to discuss defence cooperation, energy trade, and strategic partnerships, particularly amid rising pressure from Washington over India’s continued imports of Russian crude oil.,

  5. 08:15 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi-Putin Bilateral Meeting On Sidelines Of Summit

    On the sidelines of the Tianjin gathering, Modi will hold talks with President Putin. The two leaders are expected to discuss improving strategic cooperation, defense partnerships, and existing energy ties. India’s Russian oil imports will be a key focus of their discussion. This meeting takes place amid increased pressure from Washington, which has raised tariffs on Indian goods due to India's refusal to cut back on Russian crude purchases.

  6. 08:07 AM, 01 Sep 2025

    SCO Summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi To Outline India’s Vision For Regional Cooperation At Plenary

    Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has confirmed that Prime Minister Modi will address the plenary session on Monday morning, where he is expected to present India’s approach to fostering regional cooperation under the SCO framework. PM Modi is likely to stress on counterterrorism, connectivity, energy security, and balanced trade partnerships within the grouping. Following his address, the Prime Minister will hold bilateral discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin before returning to India later in the day.,