Putin and Modi in China for summit overshadowed by trade wars with US
Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are in China for a regional security summit. The summit, organized by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), is happening amid trade tensions with the U.S., which recently imposed tariffs on Indian goods. Leaders from more than 20 countries are attending, and the event is just before a big military parade in Beijing.Key Facts
- The summit takes place in Tianjin and involves over 20 world leaders.
- The SCO was started by China, Russia, and four Central Asian countries in 2001.
- The U.S. has imposed tariffs on Indian goods due to India's purchase of Russian oil.
- India and China are looking to improve their business relations following past tensions.
- The meeting happens a few days before Beijing's military parade marking 80 years since World War II ended.
- The SCO includes 10 member states, such as Pakistan and Iran, and 16 dialogue partners.
- The summit is mainly symbolic but allows countries to discuss common concerns and interests.
- U.S. tariffs appear to have encouraged India and China to strengthen their ties.
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