Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, will host the SCO Summit 2026 from August 31 to September 1. The summit is particularly significant as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) marks its 25th anniversary. The meeting will focus on regional security, counterterrorism, transport connectivity, trade and energy cooperation. Discussions are also expected to address emerging threats such as cybercrime and organised crime, along with major connectivity projects in Central Asia. The summit will bring together representatives of the SCO’s 10 member states, including India, China, Russia, Pakistan, Iran and Belarus, highlighting the organisation’s growing regional importance.