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Last Updated:September 01, 2025, 10:27 IST
Putin told the SCO Summit that no nation should secure itself at another’s expense, also stressing the SCO’s growing role in boosting trade in national currencies.
Russian President Vladimir Putin (Photo: AP)
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday told leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin that “no country can ensure its security at the expense of another," as he blamed Western attempts to draw Ukraine into NATO for contributing to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
“Western attempts to draw Ukraine into NATO are a contributing factor to the Ukrainian crisis," Putin remarked, adding that Russia “highly values the efforts of China, India, and other partners in resolving the situation in Ukraine."
Emphasising the bloc’s growing influence, Putin said, “Dialogue within the SCO helps lay the foundation for a new Eurasian security system, replacing outdated Eurocentric and Euro-Atlantic models."
“The SCO is steadily increasing its influence in addressing international issues," he added.
Putin also highlighted growing economic cooperation within the group, noting that “national currencies are being used more widely in mutual settlements for trade among SCO countries."
“The pace of development of cooperation within the SCO is impressive," the Russian President said.
Ahead of the summit, Putin reaffirmed cooperation between Russia and China.
Later, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping shared light moments ahead of the SCO Summit’s plenary session.
In an interview with Xinhua published on Saturday, Putin expressed his eagerness to hold a discussion with Xi on “all aspects" of Russia’s bilateral agenda.
“I look forward to in-depth discussions with President Xi Jinping on all aspects of our bilateral agenda, including political and security cooperation, as well as economic, cultural and humanitarian ties," Putin had said.
“And, as always, we will exchange views on pressing regional and international issues," he told the Chinese state news agency.
Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.
Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.
September 01, 2025, 10:27 IST
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