PM Narendra Modi meets Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov, congratulates him on Independence Day and SCO Summit hosting; discuss strengthening Strategic Partnership, economic cooperation, people-to-people ties.
On August 31, 2026, during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Sadyr Zhaparov of the Kyrgyz Republic. The meeting was significant as it coincided with Kyrgyzstan's Independence Day celebration and the commencement of the 26th SCO Summit hosted by the Kyrgyz Republic.
In their discussion, PM Modi warmly congratulated President Zhaparov on both occasions, highlighting the significance of these events in setting the tone for the summit. He also commended Zhaparov for successfully organizing the SCO Summit.
During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the progress made in their bilateral relations and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the Strategic Partnership between India and Kyrgyz Republic. They agreed to focus on enhancing economic and commercial cooperation, taking advantage of the complementarities between the two economies. Discussions also included growing people-to-people ties, such as student exchanges and cultural collaborations.
PM Modi emphasized India's strong participation in SCO meetings under Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship, reflecting the close and longstanding mutual respect, trust, and support between the two countries. He thanked President Zhaparov for his warmth and hospitality.
Source:
Ministry of External Affairs
