Nurlan Yermekbayev, the Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday for his first official visit to India.
“Warm welcome to Mr. Nurlan Yermekbayev, Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), on his first official visit to India,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a post on X.
The MEA emphasized that the visit highlights India’s commitment to regional cooperation, security, and economic development.
During his stay, Yermekbayev is scheduled to meet External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar at South Block and Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh at Hyderabad House. He will also address the Indian Council of World Affairs at Sapru House and lay a wreath at Rajghat.
Earlier, on October 16, 2024, EAM Jaishankar signed eight outcome documents at the 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad, showcasing India’s contributions to the organization.
He highlighted India’s global initiatives, such as:
- International Solar Alliance
- Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure
- Mission LiFE
- Promotion of Yoga & Millets
- Global Biofuel Alliance
- International Big Cat Alliance
- Digital Public Infrastructure
- Women-led Development
Jaishankar emphasized the importance of fair and balanced connectivity projects that adhere to international law and align with the goals of the UN Charter and the SCO Charter.