India and Central Asia: Strengthening India’s Extended Neighbourhood

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Uzbekistan from August 29-30 August 2026 and the Kyrgyz Republic from August 31-September 1, 2026, underscores India’s growing strategic engagement with Central Asia. His visit combines a bilateral engagement with Uzbekistan and participation in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India’s interests in regional security, connectivity, energy, critical minerals and economic cooperation.

India’s Central Asia Policy

  • Connect Central Asia Policy: India adopted the policy in 2012 to establish focused engagement with the five Central Asian republics.
  • 2015 Turning Point: Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit all five ....
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