India’s Defence Diplomacy in Focus: Key Visit to China for SCO Meet
In a major development in regional diplomacy and security cooperation, India’s Defence Minister is set to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting—a significant engagement happening in China.
🔹 Why This Visit Matters:
This marks the first official visit of India’s Defence Minister to China in over four years, post the Galwan clashes of 2020.
It also follows a gradual normalization in India-China relations, including troop disengagement and resumption of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrimages.
The visit signals India’s commitment to regional cooperation despite past tensions.
🔹 What is the SCO?
Initially formed as the Shanghai Five in 1996, the SCO evolved into a powerful political, economic, and security alliance in 2001.
India became a full member in 2017, joining efforts to combat terrorism, promote trade, and enhance multilateral security collaboration.
The SCO includes multiple bodies like:
🧭 Council of Heads of State – highest decision-making authority
🛡️ RATS (Regional Anti-Terror Structure) – focused on counterterrorism
🤝 SCO Business Council – fostering economic cooperation
🔹 What’s Ahead:
This meeting sets the stage for continued engagements, including the SCO Heads of State Summit later this year, following the BRICS summit in July. It underscores India’s strategic role in regional security and diplomatic platforms.
🧠 Key Takeaway: Strategic dialogues like SCO are crucial in shaping the future of Asia's geopolitical landscape, especially when defense, diplomacy, and dialogue converge.
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