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Modi, Pezeshkian to Meet at SCO Summit in Bishkek
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are set to hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, their first face-to-face meeting since the outbreak of the war in West Asia. Both leaders arrived in the Kyrgyz capital over the weekend, with Pezeshkian also scheduled to meet other regional leaders and attend the World Nomad Games opening.
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Leaders Gather in Bishkek for SCO Summit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are both in Bishkek for the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, with a bilateral meeting between the two leaders expected on Monday. This would be their first face-to-face encounter since the outbreak of the war in West Asia earlier this year, as reported by the Free Press Journal.
Modi arrived in the Kyrgyz capital on Sunday, concluding his state visit to Uzbekistan, and was received at the airport by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, according to Deccan Chronicle and The Tribune. He is visiting at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov.
Pezeshkian landed in Bishkek on Monday, where he was received by Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Cabinet Chief, according to IRNA News Agency, as reported by ANI and The Tribune. The Iranian president is in the country for the SCO summit and the SCO Plus gathering, and is scheduled to deliver a speech at the summit.
Bilateral Meetings and Summit Agenda
Pezeshkian is set to hold bilateral meetings with several participating leaders during his two-day visit, including Modi, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan, according to ANI and Deccan Chronicle. He will also attend the official opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games at the invitation of President Zhaparov.
The SCO summit, chaired by Kyrgyzstan as the rotating presidency, will bring together leaders of member states to deliberate on regional and international issues and ways to strengthen cooperation within the grouping. According to the Free Press Journal, 21 presidents and prime ministers are expected in Bishkek, prompting unprecedented security arrangements. Modi will participate in the Council of Heads of State meeting, the SCO Plus format meeting, and the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games. He is also scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with SCO leaders, including with President Zhaparov and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to the Free Press Journal.
Pezeshkian's Remarks Before Departure
Before leaving Tehran, Pezeshkian said that Iran does not seek war, but will respond with strength and determination to any aggression. He also stated that instability in the region is detrimental to all countries and emphasized the need for convergence to advance economic and security goals.
"This meeting is very important and most of the leaders of the region will be present at it. In a situation where some international institutions are seeking to create a unified space in the world, this meeting is considered a symbol of the existence of diverse and independent voices in the global arena," he said.
Emphasizing the ancient and civilised history of the region, he added: "We live in a region whose destiny, history, and civilisation go back thousands of years, and we have always been in communication, coexistence, and growth with each other. Therefore, peace, security, economy, and civilisation have arisen from this land, and it is natural that we should strive to expand this trend in today's world."
Context
The Kyrgyz Republic holds the SCO's rotating presidency this year, coinciding with the organisation's 25th anniversary. India became a full-fledged member of the SCO in 2017. The summit of SCO heads of state and observer countries is scheduled for September 1, according to the Free Press Journal.
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Framing: The arrival of Iran's President in Bishkek for the SCO summit — neutral and factual
Facts Included:
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday, arrived in Bishkek, where he was received by Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Cabinet Chief, IRNA News Agency reported.
According to IRNA, Pezeshkian is visiting Kyrgyzstan to participate in the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states and the Shanghai Plus gathering.
Pezeshkian is scheduled to deliver a speech at the SCO summit as part of his visit, IRNA reported.
The Iranian President's visit comes as leaders and representatives of SCO member states gather in Bishkek for the summit and related meetings.
Pezeshkian is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his two-day visit to Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit and SCO Plus meeting.
During his visit, the Iranian President will hold bilateral meetings with several participating leaders, including PM Modi, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Tajikistan.
Pezeshkian will also attend the official opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, IRNA reported.
Before his departure, Pezeshkian said that Iran does not seek war, but will respond with strength and determination to any aggression.
He considered instability in the region to be detrimental to all countries and emphasised the need for convergence to advance economic and security goals.
Emphasising the ancient and civilised history of the countries of the region, the President stated: "We live in a region whose destiny, history, and civilisation go back thousands of years, and we have always been in communication, coexistence, and growth with each other."
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday, marking the next leg of his two-country visit after concluding his state visit to Uzbekistan.
The Prime Minister was received at the airport by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
PM Modi is visiting Bishkek at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov.
The 26th SCO Summit will bring together leaders of member states to deliberate on regional and international issues and ways to further strengthen cooperation within the grouping.
The Prime Minister is also scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the planned meeting between Iran's President and PM Modi at the SCO summit. — neutral and factual
Facts Included:
Pezeshkian left Tehran for Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, to participate in and address the SCO summit and the SCO Plus meeting.
Pezeshkian will hold bilateral meetings with PM Modi, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Tajikistan.
Pezeshkian will attend the official opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov.
Pezeshkian said that Iran does not seek war, but will respond with strength and determination to any aggression.
He considered instability in the region to be detrimental to all countries and emphasised the need for convergence to advance economic and security goals.
PM Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday, where he will participate in the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.
The Prime Minister was received at the airport by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
PM Modi is visiting Bishkek at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov.
The 26th SCO Summit will bring together leaders of member states to deliberate on regional and international issues and ways to further strengthen cooperation within the grouping.
The Prime Minister is also scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit.
Framing: Announces PM Modi's upcoming meetings with Putin and Pezeshkian at the SCO Summit in Bishkek and his attendance at the World Nomad Games opening.
Facts Included:
PM Modi will participate in the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO, a meeting in the SCO Plus format, and the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games.
PM Modi was presented with a stuffed toy of a snow leopard, the national symbol of Kyrgyzstan and the official symbol of the 6th World Nomad Games, at the airport on Sunday.
PM Modi was received at the airport by Kasymaliev Adylbek Aleshovich, chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
The Kyrgyz Republic holds the SCO's rotating presidency this year, coinciding with the organisation's 25th anniversary.
India became a full-fledged member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in 2017.
Bishkek is hosting events linked to the SCO summit and official visits by several heads of state on August 31 and September 1.
According to official figures, 21 presidents and prime ministers are expected to arrive in the Kyrgyz capital, prompting unprecedented security arrangements.
The SCO is also marking its 25th anniversary this year, although the organisation was founded five years later.
A summit of SCO heads of state and observer countries is scheduled for September 1.
PM Modi is visiting Kyrgyzstan at the invitation of President Sadyr Zhaparov for the 26th SCO Summit.
On the first day of his visit, PM Modi will hold bilateral meetings with SCO leaders on the sidelines of the summit.
PM Modi will address the SCO Summit on Tuesday.
PM Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with SCO leaders, including with Kyrgyz President Zhaparov and Russian President Vladimir Putin, on the sidelines of the summit.
PM Modi will also meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek on Monday, marking their first face-to-face meeting since the outbreak of the war in West Asia earlier this year.
Framing: The headline emphasizes the arrival of the Iranian President in Bishkek for the SCO summit and the Shanghai Plus gathering. — Factual and neutral
Facts Included:
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Bishkek on Monday, received by Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Cabinet Chief, as reported by IRNA News Agency.
Pezeshkian is visiting to participate in the SCO summit and the Shanghai Plus gathering.
Pezeshkian is scheduled to deliver a speech at the SCO summit.
Pezeshkian is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his two-day visit.
Pezeshkian will hold bilateral meetings with PM Modi, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, and presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan.
Pezeshkian will attend the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov.
Before departure, Pezeshkian said Iran does not seek war but will respond with strength to any aggression.
Pezeshkian said instability in the region is detrimental to all countries and emphasized convergence for economic and security goals.
Pezeshkian called the meeting a symbol of diverse and independent voices in the global arena.
PM Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday after concluding his state visit to Uzbekistan.
PM Modi was received by Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
PM Modi is visiting at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov.
The 26th SCO Summit will deliberate on regional and international issues and strengthening cooperation.
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ClaimIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Bishkek on Monday, where he was received by Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Cabinet Chief, as reported by IRNA News Agency.
ClaimPezeshkian is visiting Kyrgyzstan to participate in the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states and the Shanghai Plus gathering.
ClaimDuring his visit, the Iranian President will hold bilateral meetings with several participating leaders, including PM Modi, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Tajikistan.
ClaimPezeshkian considered instability in the region to be detrimental to all countries and emphasised the need for convergence to advance economic and security goals.
ClaimPezeshkian said: 'This meeting is very important and most of the leaders of the region will be present at it. In a situation where some international institutions are seeking to create a unified space in the world, this meeting is considered a symbol of the existence of diverse and independent voices in the global arena.'
ClaimPezeshkian stated: 'We live in a region whose destiny, history, and civilisation go back thousands of years, and we have always been in communication, coexistence, and growth with each other. Therefore, peace, security, economy, and civilisation have arisen from this land, and it is natural that we should strive to expand this trend in today's world.'
ClaimPrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bishkek on Sunday, marking the next leg of his two-country visit after concluding his state visit to Uzbekistan.
ClaimThe 26th SCO Summit will bring together leaders of member states to deliberate on regional and international issues and ways to further strengthen cooperation within the grouping.
ClaimPM Modi will participate in the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the SCO, a meeting in the SCO Plus format, and the opening ceremony of the 6th World Nomad Games.
ClaimPM Modi was presented with a stuffed toy of a snow leopard, the national symbol of Kyrgyzstan and the official symbol of the 6th World Nomad Games, at the airport on Sunday.
ClaimAccording to official figures, 21 presidents and prime ministers are expected to arrive in the Kyrgyz capital, prompting unprecedented security arrangements.
ClaimPM Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with SCO leaders, including with Kyrgyz President Zhaparov and Russian President Vladimir Putin, on the sidelines of the summit.
ClaimPM Modi will meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Bishkek on Monday, marking their first face-to-face meeting since the outbreak of the war in West Asia earlier this year.