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‘Central Asia - The Core of the SCO’ Conference

  • 13 Jun 2026

On June 12, 2026, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), an international conference titled "Central Asia - The Core of the SCO: A Space of Peace and Shared Development" was organized in Dushanbe.

Key Points

  • Organisers: The conference was jointly organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan, the Academy of Public Administration of Tajikistan, and the SCO Center for Friendship and Cooperation in Tajikistan.
  • India’s Presence: Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the conference on behalf of India.
  • India's Commitment: He reaffirmed India's commitment to its partnership with Central Asia and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
  • Extended Neighbourhood: India described Central Asia as its 'extended neighbourhood' and a key partner in regional connectivity, security, and prosperity.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs stated in its press release that India views Central Asia as a crucial partner in promoting regional connectivity, security, and prosperity.