Looking to advance India’s vision for region free from terror, says PM Modi as he embarks on visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan to strengthen strategic partnerships and participate in the SCO Summit. His agenda focuses on security, connectivity, and regional cooperation against terrorism.
Why it matters
The visit aims to deepen India's influence in Central Asia and align regional security interests regarding terrorism and extremism.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said he was looking forward to advancing India’s vision for the SCO, anchored in security, connectivity and opportunity, and to working with fellow members for a region free from the scourge of terrorism.
Mr. Modi is embarking on a visit to the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic August 29 to September 1, 2026.
In a departure statement, the Prime Minister said that in recent years, India-Uzbekistan Strategic Partnership has seen significant advancement. “I look forward to my discussions with President Mirziyoyev on further deepening our cooperation in trade and investment, digital connectivity, defence, energy, and on advancing our shared visions of Viksit Bharat and Yangi Uzbekistan.”
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