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PM Modi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discuss West Asia crisis at SCO Summit

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New Delhi, August 31

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held bilateral talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Bishkek, discussing bilateral relations and growing tensions in West Asia. According to the official statement, the two leaders discussed bilateral ties and  the recent developments in the West Asia conflict and shared perspectives on the evolving situation. Prime Minister expressed concern at the escalation of tensions in the region and reiterated India’s consistent position that all issues must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.

Prime Minister also reiterated the need for continued efforts to ensure lasting peace and stability in the region. Calling for safeguarding the freedom of navigation and commerce, he emphasized that civilians and civilian infrastructure, including commercial shipping and seafarers must not be harmed under any circumstances.

Reiterating India’s readiness to closely cooperate with Iran in multilateral organizations, including BRICS and SCO, Prime Minister conveyed that he looked forward to welcoming President Pezeshkian to India for the BRICS Summit.

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