The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) adopted the Bishkek Declaration at its 26th Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It condemned terrorism in every form, rejected double standards, and called for action against terror financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens, with a central UN role. It backed a diplomatic solution in West Asia and respect for Iran's sovereignty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined India's three SCO pillars: Security, Connectivity and Opportunity. India will host the first SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum in 2026. The SCO has 10 members; India joined fully in 2017.