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Rajnath Singh heads to Bishkek as SCO defence talks focus on West Asia and terrorism risks
Politics
Published on 27 April 2026
Zero tolerance pledge meets urgent West Asia security concerns
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to attend the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Bishkek, where West Asia’s volatile situation and broader geopolitical shifts are expected to dominate talks. India will underline its commitment to global peace and zero tolerance for terrorism, while discussing practical steps to limit the spillover impact of ongoing conflicts. Bilateral meetings with counterparts are also scheduled.
- Rajnath Singh will attend SCO defence talks in Bishkek
- West Asia and changing geopolitics are central discussion topics
- India reiterates global peace and zero tolerance for terrorism
- Ministers aim to reduce conflict spillover through coordinated measures
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