Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on Monday for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday. He received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora, highlighting the strong ties between India and Kyrgyzstan. Singh was presented with traditional Kyrgyz hospitality, including the local delicacy Borsok. The meeting will address critical issues such as regional defence, international peace, and counter-terrorism, especially in light of ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Singh will reaffirm India's commitment to global peace and its zero-tolerance stance on terrorism. Additionally, he is likely to engage in bilateral discussions with defence ministers from other SCO member states. The SCO, which includes countries like Russia, China, and Iran, serves as a significant platform for enhancing military cooperation and addressing security challenges across Eurasia.