SCO Summit

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit is the annual high-level meeting of the Heads of State Council, serving as the supreme decision-making body of the intergovernmental organization focused on regional security, economic cooperation, and geopolitical stability across Eurasia.

Why it matters

Facilitates multilateral dialogue on counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing, and regional border security among member states.
Provides a platform for addressing connectivity projects and economic integration strategies within the Eurasian landmass.
Acts as a mechanism for balancing regional influence and managing diplomatic relations between major powers in Central and South Asia.

How it is asked

Focus on the SCO's foundational principles, the expansion of its membership, its role in regional security architecture (specifically the RATS mechanism), and its impact on India's 'Neighbourhood First' and 'Connect Central Asia' policies.

In the syllabus

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