New Delhi, June 11 -- Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh will undertake a two-day official visit to Tajikistan on 12-13 June, 2026, to participate in the SCO Conference on "Central Asia - The Core of SCO: A Space of Peace and Joint Development," hosted by the Republic of Tajikistan, the current Chair of the SCO Heads of Government Council, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

The Conference theme aligns well with India's SCO priorities on youth, culture and civilisation. India recognises Central Asia as India's extended neighbourhood and a key partner in promoting regional connectivity, security, and prosperity.

The MoS is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with counterparts from member s...