External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar backed Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s stand at the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting, reinforcing India’s firm strategic position in the region.

In a notable display of strategic alignment, External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar has come forward to endorse Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s recent move at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting. Rajnath Singh had reiterated India’s firm stance on respecting sovereignty and territorial integrity, a message subtly directed at China and Pakistan amid ongoing tensions.

Dr. Jaishankar’s support signals a unified front in India’s foreign and defence policy, showcasing the government’s consistent message of national interest, regional cooperation, and strategic autonomy. His endorsement also comes at a time when India is strengthening diplomatic channels to assert its leadership role in the SCO and beyond.

The Defence Minister's comments received praise from various international observers, with Jaishankar's backing further validating India's long-term regional vision. Analysts suggest this alignment between India’s defence and external affairs wings highlights a matured and coordinated approach in dealing with multilateral forums like SCO, especially in a geopolitically sensitive environment.

India’s participation in the SCO is seen not just as a diplomatic routine but as an opportunity to voice its regional concerns while pushing for security, economic development, and counter-terrorism cooperation among member states. With Jaishankar’s firm support, India’s message at the SCO echoes louder and clearer th

an ever.