Rajnath Singh addresses terrorism at SCO conclave

India Jun 24, 2025

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit—his first visit since border tensions flared in 2020.
He'll be speaking up about regional security, especially the need to step up against terrorism and extremism, all while aiming for more peace across borders.

India wants to show its commitment to working together

Singh also wants SCO countries to work closer on economic growth and better connectivity.
He's set to meet with defense ministers from China, Russia, and others to build stronger diplomatic ties.
India sees this as a chance to show its commitment to working together in the region—reminding everyone that cooperation is key when tackling big challenges.