Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged a warm greeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin on Monday, September 1. The two leaders shook hands, shared a hug, and reaffirmed their close ties. PM Modi later posted a photograph of the moment on social media platform X, writing, “Always a delight to meet President Putin.”
Before the plenary session, PM Modi was also seen engaging with several other world leaders, highlighting India’s active participation and growing presence in multilateral forums. His interactions underscored the importance of strengthening regional and global partnerships.
Later today, Prime Minister Modi is set to address the SCO plenary session. With leaders from more than 20 nations present, the Summit carries particular significance for India, especially in the context of its evolving diplomatic dynamics with the United States and China.
