| ID | 166129 |
| Title Proper | India’s Role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Joshi, Nirmala |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) comprises four Central Asian Republics (CARs), namely Kazakhastan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan; Russia; China; India and; Pakistan. Russia and China are contiguous to Central Asia. India does not have a direct land boundary with the CARs. In Indian strategic thinking CARs are part of its extended neighbourhood. The Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China have already established a strong presence in the Region and have initiated mega projects. It is an opportunity as well as a challenge for India to carve out a niche for itself in a Region that is of vital importance to it. The article explores the significance of regional grouping as well as India’s ability to play an effective role. |
| `In' analytical Note | USI Journal Vol. 149, No. 615; Jan-Mar 2019: p.52-59 |
| Journal Source | USI Journal 2019-03 149, 615 |
| Key Words | India ; SCO ; Shanghai Cooperation Organisation |