PM Modi thanked President Xi Jinping, the Chinese government and people for the successful organisation of SCO Summit, as he concluded his visit.
"Concluding a productive visit to China, where I attended the SCO Summit and interacted with various world leaders. Also emphasised India’s stand on key global issues," he wrote on X.
Concluding a productive visit to China, where I attended the SCO Summit and interacted with various world leaders. Also emphasised India’s stand on key global issues. Thankful to President Xi Jinping, the Chinese government and people for the successful organisation of this…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs from Tianjin, China, after successfully completing his visit to Japan and China.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs from Tianjin, China, after successfully completing his visit to Japan and China.
— ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2025
In Japan, PM Modi participated in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit, and in China, PM Modi attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).… pic.twitter.com/RVAsQbzBxV
"Had an excellent meeting with President Putin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin," shared PM Modi on X. "Discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in all sectors, including trade, fertilisers, space, security and culture," he added.
"We exchanged views on regional and global developments, including the peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. Our Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership remains a vital pillar of regional and global stability," he wrote.
Had an excellent meeting with President Putin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in all sectors, including trade, fertilisers, space, security and culture. We exchanged views on regional and global developments, including… pic.twitter.com/DhTyqOysbf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025
Prime Minister conveyed to Russian President Vladimir Putin that he was looking forward to receiving him in India for the 23rd Annual Summit later this year for further strengthening of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have discussed bilateral cooperation, including in the economic, financial, and energy sectors and expressed satisfaction with the sustained growth in bilateral ties in these areas, as per official MEA statement.
The bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin is now over.
Russia and India share a trustworthy partnership, and it is developing further, said Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russia and India enjoy a multi-faceted relationship, said Russian President Vladimir Putin during his bilateral meeting with PM Modi. "Today's meeting is expected to provide a significant boost to the India-Russia relationship," he added.
"Dec. 21, 2025, marks the 15th anniversary of the elevation of India-Russia ties to a Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership," he said.
"We welcome all the recent efforts for peace. We hope that all parties will move forward constructively," said PM Modi
"We have been continuously discussing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. A way has to be found to end the conflict as soon as possible and establish lasting peace. This is the call of the entire humanity," he said.
India is Strengthening energy ties with Russia, said PM Modi after his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin begins in Tianjin, China.
PM Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting to begin shortly.
PM Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday travelled together to the venue of their bilateral meeting.
"After the proceedings at the SCO Summit venue, President Putin and I travelled together to the venue of our bilateral meeting. Conversations with him are always insightful," Modi shared on X.
After the proceedings at the SCO Summit venue, President Putin and I travelled together to the venue of our bilateral meeting. Conversations with him are always insightful. pic.twitter.com/oYZVGDLxtc
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025
"I don't think we are yet ready to institutionalise the revival of R-I-C, as both China and Russia have been talking," Ashok Sajjanhar, Former Ambassador to Kazakhstan told NDTV Profit.
"India needs to maintains its strategic autonomy as far as the grouping is concerned and not project it as some sort of an axis that is emerging," he said.
The Member States strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April 2025, as per Tianjin Declaration of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
"They expressed their deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the dead and the wounded. They further stated that perpetrators, organisers and sponsors of such attacks must be brought to justice," it added.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday has reiterated Moscow's position, that the crisis in Ukraine did not arise as a result of 'invasion,' but as a result of a Coup D'état in Kyiv, supported by Ukraine's Western allies.
PM Modi said that, SCO members can increase mutual cooperation for reforms in global institutions. "On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, we can unanimously call for UN reform," he said.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has appreciated India and China's efforts to resolve the crisis in Ukraine at the Shanghai Cooperation Council (SCO) Members Session in Tianjin, China.
At the Shanghai Cooperation Council (SCO) Members Session in Tianjin, China, Russian President Vladimir Putin says, "I appreciate China and India's efforts to resolve the crisis in Ukraine.
— ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2025
(Pic Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/Xyq0IkOFC7
PM Modi has proposed to form a 'Civilisation Dialogue Forum' to enhance people-to-people ties in the SCO. "It will provide a global stage to share our ancient civilisation, culture, traditions, and literature," he added.
Participants of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit pose for photos at the Meijiang Convention and Exhibition Center in Tianjin, China, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025.
Participants of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit pose for photos at the Meijiang Convention and Exhibition Center in Tianjin, China, Monday, Sept. 1, 2025.

Participants of the SCO Summit (Image: PTI)
'Terrorism is a challenge to humanity,' said PM Modi in front of Pakistan Prime Minister at SCO Summit. "Terrorism, separatism and extremism are major challenges to peace, prosperity and stability of any nation," he added.
PM Modi shared that, India firmly believes that strong connectivity ensures not just trade, but also trust and development.
"We are working on Chabahar and the International North-South Economic Corridor, which will enhance connectivity to Afghanistan and Central Asia," he noted.
"We must be united to fight and oppose terrorism in all its form," said PM Modi during the plenary session of the 25th SCO Heads of State Council Summit.
In his SCO Summit, PM Modi further highlighted the need to address challenges like cyber-terrorism and unmanned threats.
PM Modi has proposed a comprehensive SCO-wide framework to counter terror financing and radicalisation.
During his address at SCO Summit, PM Modi highlighted that India will not accept any kind of double standard on the issue of terrorism.
PM Modi expressed gratitude to friendly countries that stood with India post Pahalgam attack.
"India has been bearing the brunt of the terrorism for the last four decades. Recently, we saw the worst side of terrorism in Pahalgam. I express my gratitude to the friendly country that stood with us in this hour of grief," he added.
PM Modi highlighted that India has played a very positive role as a member of the SCO. "India's vision and policy for the SCO is based on three important pillars. S - Security, C- Connectivity and O - Opportunity," he added.
We need to be united to fight against terrorism, said PM Modi in his SCO meet address.
In his opening remarks, PM Modi said that relations with China have moved in 'a meaningful direction.' He further added that "there is a peaceful environment at the borders after disengagement."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other Heads of States/Heads of Governments attend the Shanghai Cooperation Council (SCO) Members Session in Tianjin, China.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other Heads of States/Heads of Governments attend the Shanghai Cooperation Council (SCO) Members Session in Tianjin, China.
— ANI (@ANI) September 1, 2025
(Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/4CpuGjOUoD
PM Modi has shared photos of him exchanging perspectives with President Putin and President Xi during the SCO Summit.
Interactions in Tianjin continue! Exchanging perspectives with President Putin and President Xi during the SCO Summit. pic.twitter.com/K1eKVoHCvv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025
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