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PM Modi’s visit to Tajikistan

Published By : Admin | July 13, 2015 | 23:26 IST
PM Narendra Modi concludes his historic visit to five Central Asian Nations & Russia
PM visits Tajikistan, meets President Emomali Rahmon & Tajikistan PM Qohir Rasulzoda
PM Modi presents President Rahmon a specially commissioned miniature painting of tomb of the 17th century Indian poet Abdul Qadir Bedil
India, Tajikistan welcome setting up of a North-South Transport Corridor
PM Modi speaks at a special Workshop of Agriculture Cooperation
Shri Narendra Modi unveils a bust of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore in Tajikistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flight touched down in Tajikistan on July 12th. PM of Tajikistan, Mr. Qohir Rasulzoda was himself present at the airport to receive Shri Modi. PM Modi thanked him for the wonderful welcome.

On morning of July 13th, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was given a Ceremonial Reception.

PM Modi held one-to-one talks with President of Tajikistan, Mr. Emomali Rahmon followed by high level delegation meeting. Both leaders discussed measures to strengthen cooperation between India and Tajikistan in areas of trade and commerce. PM Modi also complemented President Rahmon for his personal commitment and leadership in stepping up ties between both the countries. PM Narendra Modi also presented him a specially commissioned miniature painting of the tomb of the 17th century Indian poet Abdul Qadir Bedil.

Presented President Rahmon a specially commissioned miniature painting of the tomb of the 17th century Indian poet Abdul...

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Key agreements were inked between both Nations to further augment the bilateral relations.

Speaking at the Joint Press Conference, PM Narendra Modi assumed India and Tajikistan to be bound by historical, cultural and civilizational links. He noted Tajikistan to be nearest to India among all Central Asian countries. The Prime Minister said that connectivity was a vital aspect for realising the full potential of trade and commerce between both Nations. Both the countries also agreed to setting up of a North-South Transport Corridor.

India and Tajikistan also agreed upon to further intensify the cooperation in combating terrorism and extremism jointly. Both the Nations stepped up their defence and strategic ties during the Prime Minister’s visit.

A special Workshop of Agriculture Cooperation was also organised in Dushanbe. Shri Modi was delighted that for the first time such an event was organised on a large scale. Quoting the success of Green Revolution in India, he said that international partnerships could be catalysts for the development of agriculture. The Prime Minister highlighted various aspects of India-Tajikistan cooperation in this very sector.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also unveiled a bust of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore in Tajikistan.

Bust of Gurudev Tagore highlights the deep cultural & spiritual links between India & Tajikistan.

Posted by Narendra Modi on Monday, July 13, 2015

Prime Minister Modi also paid a visit to India-Tajikistan friendship Hospital.

A banquet was hosted in honour of PM Modi by the President of Tajikistan. He hoped that in the times to come, bonds between both the nations would be further enhanced.

As he concluded his visit, Shri Modi thanked the government and people of Tajikistan for the warm hospitality during his visit. Tajikistan visit marked the completion of Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to five Central Asian Nations. Heading back home, he was optimistic that strong ties between India and Central Asia would prove o be beneficial for the entire region.

 

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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.