Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized Afghanistan’s key role in regional connectivity during the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin, China .
He stated that India is enhancing its linkages with Afghanistan and Central Asia through initiatives like the Chabahar Port and International North-South Transport Corridor .
Modi outlined India’s three-pillar approach to SCO policy: Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity . He also stressed the fight against terrorism and terror financing, referencing the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack that claimed lives in April 2025 .
The Indian Prime Minister declared that connectivity bypassing sovereignty ultimately loses trust and meaning .
These remarks were made in the presence of regional leaders including Xi Jinping and Putin, highlighting India’s strategic vision for Afghanistan’s integration into regional trade networks.
