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India flags connectivity at SCO meeting in Islamabad
The Indian Express··1 Oct
India's SCO national coordinator Alok Dimri said connectivity, regional connectivity, transit and trade were discussed at coordinators' talks in Islamabad under Pakistan's presidency. Dimri told Pakistan's PTV the grouping's presidency moved from Tianjin and Bishkek into the neighbourhood. He said SCO leaders agreed to hold a civilisational dialogue forum in New Delhi on November 20.
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What It Means For You
- Islamabad has blocked Indian access to Afghanistan and Central Asia, the report noted.
- English became SCO's third official language at the September Bishkek summit.
- Member states include India, Pakistan, China, Russia and four Central Asian republics.
What's Happening
- Dimri leads India's delegation at this week's national coordinators' meeting.
- Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar cited Pakistan's chair theme on connectivity and prosperity.
- India's team marks participation in Pakistan after External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's 2024 visit.
SCO After Bishkek
- Modi proposed a civilisational dialogue among members, Dimri recalled.
- Summits rotated from east Asia through central Asia to Pakistan's presidency.
- Dar reaffirmed commitment to an open SCO chairmanship guided by the Shanghai Spirit.
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