{"id":149479,"date":"2023-07-05T12:22:10","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T06:52:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/?p=149479"},"modified":"2023-07-05T12:22:11","modified_gmt":"2023-07-05T06:52:11","slug":"iran-becomes-full-member-of-sco-key-highlights-from-the-india-hosted-summit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/iran-becomes-full-member-of-sco-key-highlights-from-the-india-hosted-summit\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran Becomes Full Member of SCO: Key Highlights from the India-Hosted Summit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Iran Becomes Full Member of SCO:<\/strong> Iran has officially become a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)<\/strong> during an India-hosted virtual summit of the influential grouping. On this historic occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the Iranian people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily Current Affairs Quiz<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prime Minister Modi\u2019s Congratulations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the Iranian people on Iran’s complete SCO membership. He also welcomed Belarus\u2019 SCO membership, as indicated by the signing of the Memorandum of Obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Significance of SCO Membership:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Modi highlighted the growing interest of other countries in joining the SCO, emphasizing the organization\u2019s importance. The interest shown by nations to become part of the SCO demonstrates the organization\u2019s relevance and influence on regional and global affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

India\u2019s Role as the Summit Host:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the current chair of the SCO, India hosted the summit. Prime Minister Modi presided over the virtual summit, which was attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and other SCO leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Raisi\u2019s Vision for SCO Membership:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

President Raisi expressed his hopes that Iran\u2019s inclusion in the SCO would serve as a platform for achieving collective security, sustainable development, and fostering unity among member countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Historical Significance of Iran\u2019s Admission:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A declaration issued at the conclusion of the summit highlighted the historical significance of Iran\u2019s admission as a full member state of the SCO. This recognition highlights Iran’s strategic importance and contributions to the organization’s goals and objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Belarus\u2019 Membership Advancement:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The declaration also noted the importance of the signing of the Memorandum of Obligations by Belarus to achieve the status of an SCO member state. Belarus is taking steps towards becoming a full member, further expanding the SCO\u2019s influence and reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Points about the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Establishment<\/strong>: The SCO was created in 2001 by the presidents of Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan at a summit in Shanghai, China.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Membership Expansion:<\/strong> India and Pakistan became permanent members of the SCO in 2017, further expanding the organization\u2019s reach and influence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Iran\u2019s Full Membership<\/strong>: During an India-hosted virtual summit, Iran officially became a full member of the SCO. This move highlights Iran\u2019s strategic importance and its commitment to cooperation within the organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Belarus\u2019 Membership Progress<\/strong>: The summit also acknowledged Belarus’ ratification of the Memorandum of Obligations, a step towards full membership in the SCO. Belarus’ proposed membership boosts the organisation even more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS):<\/strong> RATS is a specialized body within the SCO that coordinates and facilitates intelligence sharing and counter-terrorism operations among member states.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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