Modi’s SCO play: message to US, warning to Pakistan, reminder to China

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At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored India’s independent foreign policy calling for stronger security, respect for sovereignty, and zero tolerance on terrorism. Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the SCO’s role in building a new Eurasian security system, while Chinese President Xi Jinping promoted multilateral trade and global governance reforms. Modi also made a clear reference to Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI); while saying that we must respect sovereignty and territorial integrity. Show more Show less