The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit held in Tianjin, China saw a different style of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russia President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders reached the Ritz-Karlton Hotel sitting together in the Ores sedan car in Russia. Putin kept waiting for Prime Minister Modi for about 10 minutes. The two leaders reached the way and then reached the hotel and continued the discussion for about 45 minutes. During this time, there was a deep conversation on important issues like energy, defense and global trade.

Prime Minister Modi shared this unique carpool experience on X (East Twitter) and wrote that after action at the SCO summit site, President Putin and I went to the bilateral meeting venue. The conversation with them is always informative. This statement comes at a time when US President Donald Trump has put tight tariffs on India to buy oil from Russia.

After the Proceedings at the Sco Summit Venue, President Putin and I Travelled Togetra to the Venue of our bilateral meeting. Conversations with Him are Always Insightful. pic.twitter.com/oyzvgdlxtc

– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025

Both the giants welcomed and hugged warmly
There was also a warm atmosphere between Modi and Putin at the conference site. The two leaders embraced and greeted each other. Its pictures and videos became very viral on social media. On this occasion, PM Modi wrote that it is always happy to meet President Putin! This meeting is considered very important from a political point of view. Up to 50 per cent tariffs on US exports of US exports have affected markets. In the midst of this, India’s purchase of concessional oil from Russia was the main point of bilateral discussion. Officials say that energy partnership and defense cooperation was the main agenda of this meeting.

Always a delight to meet president putin! pic.twitter.com/xtdsyweemtw

– Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025

Photos with Modi, Putin and Xi Jinping
Another historical moment was seen at the SCO summit when Prime Minister Modi, Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping appeared together. Pictures of the three leaders smiling and warmly met.

PM Modi’s message in SCO
In his speech, Prime Minister Modi clarified India’s attitude towards SCO. He said that India’s priorities are based on three pillars.

• Security – Mass action against terrorism, especially recent Pahalgam attack.
• Connectivity – Emphasis on promotion of projects such as Chabahar port and north-south transport corridor.
• opportunity – Focused on strengthening regional cooperation and development.

PM Modi made an indirect comment on the CPEC of Belt and Road Initiative and Pakistan without naming and said that the projects that ignore sovereignty lose confidence.

Bilateral meeting of Modi-Ki Jinping after 7 years
This summit was also important because the first bilateral meeting was held between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping seven years later. Modi emphasized the need for India-China cooperation in dealing with terrorism. He also raised his concerns over terrorism across the border. The meeting took place after the 2020 Galwan struggle, which further increased its importance.

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Sco summit tianjin: There was a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin. During this, PM Modi congratulated President Xi on the successful chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and thanked for the warm reception.

During the bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “There has been an agreement between our special representatives regarding border management. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has started again. Direct flights are also being resumed between the two countries. The interests of 2.8 billion people of both countries are also connected with our cooperation. It will also pave the way for the welfare of the entire humanity. We will also pave the way. Are committed. “

#Watch Tianjin, China: During the bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “There has been an agreement on border management between our special representatives. Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has resumed. Direct flights between the two countries also resumed … pic.twitter.com/smqqqlraudb

– ani_hindinews (@ahindinews) August 31, 2025

Congratulations to Chinese President Xi Jinping

During the meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “I congratulate you for the successful chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) by China. I thank you for the invitation to visit China and today.” He added, “Last year, we had a very meaningful discussion in Kazan which gave positive direction to our relationship. After the return of the soldiers on the border, there is an atmosphere of peace and stability.”

Chinese President Xi Jinping said this

Chinese President Xi Jinping said, “Prime Minister, I am very happy once again. I welcome you to China for the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Sangathan) Summit. We had a successful meeting in Kazan last year.