Putin and Modi Meet: ‘Dear Friend’ Greeting at SCO KTT
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Russian President Vladimir Putin demonstrated a close rapport with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit held in Tianjin, China. Putin addressed Modi as “Dear Friend,” signaling the continued strength of the relationship between the two nations.
According to Reuters, the interaction occured as the leaders approached Chinese President Xi Jinping. Modi extended his hand to Putin, and the three leaders exchanged smiles while conversing with the assistance of translators.
Prime Minister Modi subsequently shared a photograph of himself and Putin in an Aurus armored vehicle on his X (formerly Twitter) account, further highlighting the kind exchange.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
The SCO is a Eurasian political, economic, and security organisation founded in 2001 by the leaders of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan joined the SCO as full members in 2017. the SCO aims to promote cooperation on security, trade, and regional stability.
| Member State | Year Joined |
|---|---|
| China | 2001 |
| Kazakhstan | 2001 |
| Kyrgyzstan | 2001 |
| Russia | 2001 |
| Tajikistan | 2001 |
| Uzbekistan | 2001 |
| India | 2017 |
| Pakistan | 2017 |