China has officially welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, scheduled for August 31 to September 1. This will be PM Modi’s first visit to China in over seven years.
Confirming the development, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated, “We welcome Prime Minister Modi’s participation in the Tianjin summit. With joint efforts from all parties, we believe this gathering will enhance solidarity, friendship, and deliver fruitful results.”
The spokesperson emphasized that the SCO is entering a new phase of “high-quality development” driven by greater coordination and productivity. The Tianjin summit is expected to be the largest ever since the SCO’s inception, with leaders from more than 20 nations and heads of 10 international organizations participating in the event.
Diplomatic sources in New Delhi had earlier indicated Modi’s likely attendance at the summit, signaling a potential thaw in India-China relations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which includes China, India, Russia, Pakistan, and several Central Asian nations, plays a key role in regional security, economic cooperation, and political dialogue.
