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PM Modi’s visit to Kyrgyzstan

Published By : Admin | July 12, 2015 | 23:09 IST
PM Modi visits Kyrgyzstan, meets President Almazbek Atambayev & PM Temir Sariyev
Shri Modi lays wreath at the Victory Monument in Bishkek
PM Modi presents President Atambayev a hand-knotted carpet of very fine grade wool blended with silk
PM Modi initiates 2nd phase of Kyrgyz-India Mountain Bio-Medical Research Centre
Shri Modi gifts medical equipment to Kyrgyzstan's Field Hospital on behalf of the Indian Government
PM Modi unveils statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Bishkek

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Kyrgyzstan on July 11th shortly before midnight. This was the fourth country during PM Modi’s Central Asia visit. The visit to Kyrgyzstan was historic and attached great significance as this was the first Prime Ministerial visit in twenty years. He was received warmly at the airport by PM Temir Sariyev of Kyrgyzstan. Soon after landing, Shri Modi was accorded a Ceremonial Welcome.

On morning of July 12th, Shri Narendra Modi began his engagements in the Kyrgyz capital by laying a wreath at the Victory Monument in Bishkek. He paid homage to the martyrs.

Later, he held extensive meetings with President Almazbek Atambayev. President Atambayev received PM Modi at Ala-Archa State Residence. Numerous areas of India-Kyrgyzsatn cooperation were talked about during their meeting. Delegation level talks were also held.

Glad to meet President Atambayev. His contribution to democracy & development is admirable.

Posted by Narendra Modi on Sunday, July 12, 2015

PM Narendra Modi presented President Atambayev a hand-knotted carpet of very fine grade wool blended with silk.

Presented President Almazbek Atambayev a hand-knotted carpet. The carpet is made of very fine grade wool blended with silk.

Posted by Narendra Modi on Sunday, July 12, 2015

The delegation level talks were followed by signing of key agreements and the Joint Press Statements. PM Modi noted that both India and Kyrgyzstan were united by the bonds of shared democratic values. Both the leaders, PM Modi and President Atambayev, stressed on strengthening ties in trade, investment, agriculture, defence, tourism, culture and human resource development. Shri Modi also PM Modi appreciated Kyrgyzstan’s strong support to India’s candidature for permanent membership of an expanded United Nations Security Council.

Sharing my remarks at the joint press meet with President Atambayev. https://nm4.in/1ISWmj0

Posted by Narendra Modi on Sunday, July 12, 2015

A luncheon banquet was also hosted for the PM. Speaking at the banquet, PM said, “The Kyrgyz people have been at the crossroads of the flow of ideas, trade and religion through the ages.” He also appreciated President Atambayev for his vision of democracy and development.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met Speaker of the Kyrgyz Parliament, Mr. Asylbek Jeenbekov.

PM Narendra Modi also held discussions with PM Temir Sariyev. Both the leaders talked about ways to advance cooperation between India and Kyrgyzstan.

PM Modi also gifted medical equipment to Kyrgyzstan's Field Hospital on behalf of the Indian Government.

Both the Prime Ministers also attended a presentation at Kyrgyz-India Mountain Biomedical Research Centre. Shri Modi was delighted to initiate second phase of Kyrgyz-India Mountain Bio-Medical Research Centre. He also met a group of scientists belonging to DRDO.

Shri Modi and PM Sariyev Kyrgyzstan also launched a Tele-medicine link with India.

Very happy to initiate 2nd phase of Kyrgyz-India Mountain Bio-Medical Research Centre.

Posted by Narendra Modi on Sunday, July 12, 2015

Unveiling a statue of Mahatma Gandhi, PM Modi expressed his part of content to have got the opportunity. He was delighted to have inaugurated Mahatma Gandhi’s statue in two countries of Central Asia. Speaking at the occasion, PM noted Mahatma Gandhi to be a Vishwa Manav. Shri Modi recalled Gandhi’s Satyagraha movement. He said that it was Mahatma Gandhi who showed the way to mitigate two major menaces of terror and climate change. Many people from Indian community and students joined in for the event. Kyrgyz PM and Mayor were also present at the occasion.

Concluding his visit, Shri Narendra Modi thanked the people of Kyrgyzstan for their warmth and hospitality. He was optimistic that in times to come, ties between both the Nations would be strengthened.

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We must transform our shared geography into shared opportunities: PM Modi at SCO Summit
September 01, 2026

President of Kyrgyzstan,

Excellencies,

Namaskar!

It is a matter of great pleasure for me to be here amongst all of you on this special occasion of the 25th anniversary of the SCO.

I sincerely thank President Japarov for the warm welcome and gracious hospitality extended to us in Bishkek.

We had the privilege of being here yesterday, on the occasion of Kyrgyzstan’s Independence Day. I once again extend my warmest congratulations to the President and the people of Kyrgyzstan.

And today, on the occasion of Uzbekistan’s Independence Day, I extend my warmest congratulations to the President and the people of Uzbekistan as well.

During the spectacular Opening Ceremony of the World Nomad Games, we all caught a glimpse of Kyrgyzstan’s rich culture and our shared heritage. This shared heritage and our deep people-to-people connections are among the great strengths of the SCO family.

Friends,

Over the past twenty-five years, the SCO has developed a strong tradition of dialogue and cooperation across the vast expanse of Eurasia. Together, we have made valuable contributions not only to the well-being of our people, but also to the advancement of humanity. Over these twenty-five years, we have laid a strong foundation for cooperation. In the next twenty-five years, our goal should be to translate this cooperation into tangible outcomes.

At a time when the world is passing through uncertainty and instability, we must transform our shared geography into shared opportunities. And through our efforts, we must bring about positive change in the lives of our people.

Friends,

At the previous meeting, I had outlined the three main pillars of India’s vision for the SCO:

S - Security,

C – Connectivity, and

O – Opportunity

The time has come to move these three pillars beyond vision and translate them into concrete outcomes. The first and foremost requirement for this is peace and security. Terrorism continues to pose a serious challenge to humanity as a whole. In the fight against terrorism, we cannot remain confined to an action-reaction approach.

We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorist financing, recruitment, radicalisation, and safe havens. We must speak with one voice and make it clear that there can be no place for double standards on this serious issue.

We must send a strong message to countries that use terrorism as an instrument of policy and provide safe haven and support to terrorists that terrorism can never be a strategic asset for anyone.

Our shared aspiration for a peaceful and secure Eurasia is also closely linked to peace and stability in Afghanistan. India has been contributing to the development and provision of humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan and will continue to do so.

In today’s interconnected world, the scope of security has become even broader. The crisis in West Asia has demonstrated that a conflict in one region does not remain confined to that region. Its impact is felt across the world, affecting energy security, maritime trade, and supply chains. The countries of the Global South bear the greatest brunt of such disruptions. Therefore, India has consistently called for all tensions and conflicts to be resolved not on the battlefield, but through dialogue and diplomacy.

Drug trafficking is not merely a crime; it is a serious threat to our younger generation and regional security. The Centres being established under the SCO to address challenges such as security threats, organised crime, information security, and narcotics are a positive step. We must make these Centres an effective instrument for practical coordination and timely action.

Friends,

The second pillar of our shared development is strong and reliable connectivity. India supports all efforts that connect markets, facilitate trade, and open up new avenues for development. However, it is equally essential that such efforts respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries. This is also the fundamental spirit of the SCO Charter.

Going forward, the scope of connectivity will become even broader. Along with roads, railways, and air corridors, we must simplify customs processes, promote digital documentation, and make logistics networks more efficient.

Friends,

The third pillar is — Opportunity.

It means that the benefits of SCO cooperation should reach our people directly. Our greatest strength is the connections between our people. For India, the SCO is a confluence of great civilisations, cultures, and ideas. Over the next twenty-five years of the SCO, people-to-people ties should remain at the heart of our cooperation.

The true measure of our success should be how many new opportunities our efforts create for young people, how many new markets open up for our entrepreneurs, how much our farmers benefit from technology, and how much better the lives of our citizens become.

This is the true meaning of “Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity.”

Our cooperation in the SCO should not be merely government-driven; it should also be people-driven. I am pleased that, under Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship, special emphasis has been placed on youth engagement within the SCO. India has taken initiatives such as the SCO Start-up Forum, Young Authors’ Conclave, and Young Scientists’ Forum.

Last year, India proposed the SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum. I am pleased that its first session will be held in India this year. I am confident that with the active participation of all of you, this forum will become a strong platform for vibrant dialogue within the SCO.

Friends,

Kyrgyzstan’s great literary figure, Chingiz Aitmatov, gave the world a beautiful and profound thought. He said that we often focus more on the things that divide us, and less on the things that unite us.

This message is equally relevant for the SCO today. Our diversity is our identity, and our shared purpose is our strength. From Bishkek, we should move forward with this resolve:

From shared geography to shared opportunities,

from vision to outcomes,

and from government-driven cooperation to people-driven partnership.

With the same belief and commitment, India is ready to contribute to the SCO family’s shared journey.

Thank you very much.