Lavrov Sees Growing Common Ground Among Major Powers

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia, India, and China are increasingly interacting based on shared interests. He pointed to their recent display of unity at the SCO summit in Tianjin—such as the widely noticed triple handshake and friendly huddle among their leaders—as evidence

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From Turkey to Azerbaijan: India’s Pattern of Blocking Pakistan’s Allies in Eurasia

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Azerbaijan’s sudden outburst over its failed SCO membership bid would almost be amusing if it weren’t such a familiar story. Baku claims that India unfairly blocked its path to becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, painting itself as the shocked victim of geopolitical bullying. But strip away the theatrics, and the real […]

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China Proposes SCO Bank and Energy Platform at Summit

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined ambitious proposals to strengthen the bloc. He called for the creation of a dedicated SCO Development Bank and announced a Global Energy Cooperation Platform to boost economic collaboration. China also pledged US$1.4 billion in loans over the next three years to […]

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Newsom Mocks Trump with Modi-Putin-Xi SCO Moment

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

California Governor Gavin Newsom, a strong critic of Donald Trump, shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping walking together and sharing a laugh at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Newsom captioned it with, “But have no fear … Trump is sending […]

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PM Modi Invites SCO Members Into India’s Growth Story

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the SCO Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited member countries to join “India’s journey of development.” He said India’s approach of “reform, perform, transform” reflects not only its domestic priorities but also its growing role in the global economy. Modi highlighted that India seeks partnerships to expand trade, investment, and innovation across

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Modi, Putin, Xi Showcase RIC Unity at SCO

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping were seen exchanging warm handshakes, hugs, and smiles. The rare display of camaraderie among the three leaders drew attention to their shared efforts at strengthening the Russia-India-China (RIC) grouping. Modi

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Xi Decries ‘Cold War Mentality’ at SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk September 1, 2025

At the opening session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping criticized “bullying behaviour” in global politics and urged nations to reject “Cold War mentality” and bloc confrontations. He called for fairness, inclusivity, and justice in international relations, stressing the need for a multi-polar world order.

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SCO Must Shoulder Greater Responsibility for Regional Peace

By BPN News Desk August 31, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping, addressing a banquet in Tianjin attended by nearly 20 world leaders, said the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) must assume “greater responsibilities” in safeguarding peace and stability across Eurasia. He noted that the forum should not only focus on security but also take the lead in driving shared economic growth and sustainable […]

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Xi Hosts Modi and Putin in Global South Summit

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping will host over 20 world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin on August 31–September 1. The event is being projected as a major show of Global South solidarity amid intensifying global power rivalries. Modi’s Return to […]

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Modi, Putin to Join SCO Summit in Tianjin Confirms China

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit will take place in Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, 2025. The summit will be chaired by Chinese President Xi Jinping and will be the fifth time China has hosted the event. Leaders Expected to Attend More than 20 world leaders are set to participate in […]