PM Modi in China LIVE: The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit formally kicked off in Tianjin on Sunday night with a massive banquet hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping, which was attended, among others, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the plenary session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit today, where he will also engage in bilateral discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The summit, taking place in Tianjin, has drawn participation from leaders of over 20 nations, underlining its expanding influence on global geopolitics. This year’s gathering carries added weight amid the growing strains in India-US relations and the series of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. On Sunday, Modi held a closely followed meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking a tentative move towards strengthening India-China relations. The 25th SCO summit formally kicked off on Sunday night with a massive banquet hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Xi accompanied by his wife, Peng Liyuan, hosted the banquet in China's port city of Tianjin to welcome international guests.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin were seen together at the venue of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. Their presence highlighted the significance of the high-profile gathering, where global leaders are set to deliberate on pressing regional and international issues. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin were seen together at the venue of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. Their presence highlighted the significance of the high-profile gathering, where global leaders are set to deliberate on pressing regional and international issues. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin today following the SCO Summit in Tianjin, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed on Sunday. According to Misri, PM Modi will first participate in the main SCO proceedings before holding bilateral discussions with President Putin.

All eyes are on Tianjin today as the city gears up to host the much-anticipated Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. Fresh visuals emerging from outside the venue capture the heightened buzz and tight security arrangements. Leaders from across the region and beyond are expected to arrive shortly, setting the stage for a series of high-profile discussions and diplomatic engagements. The atmosphere in Tianjin is charged with anticipation, as the city takes centre stage in shaping crucial conversations on regional cooperation and global challenges.

The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit commenced on Sunday night with a grand banquet hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin were among the prominent leaders in attendance. Jinping, joined by his wife Peng Liyuan, welcomed global dignitaries at the event held in the port city. This year's summit is being described as the largest gathering of the 10-member SCO, with China, the current chair, extending invitations to 20 foreign leaders and 10 heads of international organisations, including UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres.