SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Meets Indian Diaspora in Tianjin Ahead Of Key Xi Jinping Meet

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Following his arrival in Tianjin, China, Prime Minister Modi posted on X: "Landed in Tianjin, China. Looking forward to deliberations at the SCO Summit and meeting various world leaders."

A Chinese woman, married to an Indian, shared her excitement after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Tianjin, China. "Today we are very happy to come here to see Modi ji," she said. "I am very excited, I almost cried. I love Modi, I love India."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed at a hotel in Tianjin, China, with performances based on Indian classical music and dance. The performers were Chinese nationals who had been learning these art forms for several years. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome upon his arrival at a hotel in Tianjin, China. Members of the Indian diaspora greeted him with chants of 'Bharat Mata ki jai' and 'Vande Mataram'.

China is hosting the largest-ever SCO Summit in Tianjin, which brings together leaders from more than 20 countries and 10 international organisations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday during the SCO Summit in Tianjin. This meeting is particularly significant given the ongoing global economic tensions stemming from Washington's recent tariff disputes, which have impacted major economies worldwide.

Several Chinese officials and Indian officials greeted him with handshakes. The Prime Minister also received a warm welcome upon arrival, with artists staging a dance performance.

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SCO Summit 2025 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Pashmina shawl in a papier-mache box to Yoshiko Ishiba, wife of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

“This Pashmina shawl, made from the fine wool of the Changthangi goat in Ladakh, is valued worldwide for being light, soft, and warm. Handwoven by Kashmiri artisans, it carries a centuries-old tradition once cherished by royalty. The shawl has an ivory base with delicate floral and paisley patterns in rust, pink, and red, showing classic Kashmiri design and craftsmanship.

“It comes in a hand-painted papier-mâché box decorated with floral and bird motifs, adding to its beauty and cultural value. Together, the shawl and box represent Kashmir’s artistry, heritage, and timeless elegance,” a statement read.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a special gift to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, a ramen bowl set with silver chopsticks.

“The Vintage Precious Stone Bowls set with Silver Chopsticks is a blend of Indian artistry and Japanese culinary tradition. Featuring a large brown moonstone bowl with four smaller ones and silver chopsticks, it draws inspiration from Japan’s donburi and soba rituals.”

According to a government statement, “The moonstone, sourced from Andhra Pradesh, glows with adularescence and symbolises love, balance, and protection, while the base of the main bowl is Makrana marble inlaid with semi-precious stones in the traditional parchin kari style of Rajasthan.”

Ahead of the crucial meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping in Tianjin, China emphasized that wide-ranging cooperation is being worked out among SCO countries. The Chinese statement highlighted that a major boost is being given to agricultural development, alongside efforts to promote technological advancements, industrial collaboration, and poverty alleviation. President Xi has personally acknowledged progress in poverty reduction, and China reiterated its willingness to work with all SCO members to strengthen regional partnerships.

During his two-day visit to Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese leaders finalised 13 key agreements and declarations, alongside launching several transformative initiatives to further strengthen India–Japan cooperation.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) took to X to confirm that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has concluded a highly productive visit to Japan, paving the way for deeper India–Japan cooperation. He has now departed for China to attend the SCO Summit in Tianjin.

After completing his two-day visit to Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for China to attend the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit.

PM Modi concluded his Japan visit and departed for China to attend the SCO Summit, with focus on his upcoming meeting with President Xi Jinping.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared his experience of his Japan visit, calling it truly memorable and highly productive. He said the outcomes will benefit people in both nations and thanked PM Ishiba, the Japanese Government, and the people of Japan for their warm hospitality and gracious welcome. Modi described the trip as a milestone in deepening India–Japan ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the Governors of 16 Japanese prefectures in Tokyo, emphasizing the vast potential of collaboration between Indian states and Japanese prefectures. He urged concrete steps under the State-Prefecture Partnership Initiative, launched during the 15th Annual Summit, to ensure shared progress. The discussions explored ways to further strengthen ties in areas such as technology, innovation, investment, skills, start-ups, and SMEs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a lunch meeting that was joined by Miyagi Prefecture Governor Murai, JR East Chairman Fukazawa, Tokyo Electron President Kawai, and Tohoku University President Tomunaga.

PM Narendra Modi took to X to share that he, along with PM Ishiba, visited the Tokyo Electron Factory. He mentioned that they toured the Training Room, Production Innovation Lab and also interacted with the company’s top officials. Sharing a few images from the visit, PM Modi underlined that the semiconductor sector remains a vital pillar of India–Japan cooperation. He added that India has made significant progress in this field in recent years, with many youngsters joining the sector, and stressed that both nations will continue to build on this momentum.

 PM Modi In Japan LIVE Updates: Republic’s Senior Editor @shawansen reports exclusively from Tianjin, bringing viewers a first look at the SCO Summit venue.

 PM Modi In Japan LIVE Updates: During PM Modi’s Tokyo visit, India and Japan signed a landmark pact for the joint Chandrayaan-5 lunar mission. 

PM Modi In Japan LIVE Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lauded the productive outcomes of his Tokyo visit, and hoped that India-Japan ties scale newer heights in the coming times.

In a post on X, he said, "Productive outcomes during a productive visit. May India-Japan friendship scale newer heights in the times to come!"
 

 PM Modi In Japan LIVE Updates: PM Modi, during his visit to Tokyo, met the Governors of 16 Japanese prefectures. 
 

PM Modi In Japan LIVE Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday departed Tokyo for Sendai. PM Modi is being accompanied by his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba.