{"id":2732,"date":"2023-03-29T00:56:23","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T19:26:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=2732"},"modified":"2023-04-29T01:08:38","modified_gmt":"2023-04-28T19:38:38","slug":"saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Arabia and SCO: Saudi Arabia Becomes SCO&#8217;s Dialogue Partner: Implications for India&#8217;s Foreign Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Saudi_Arabia_Becomes_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_Dialogue_Partner\" >Saudi Arabia Becomes Shanghai Cooperation Organization Dialogue Partner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CSaudi_Arabia_Becomes_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_Dialogue_Partner%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from &#8220;Saudi Arabia Becomes Shanghai Cooperation Organization Dialogue Partner&#8221;:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Important_FAQs_for_Students_from_this_News\" >Important FAQs for Students from this News<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Q1_What_is_the_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_SCO\" >Q1. What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Q2_When_did_India_and_Pakistan_become_members_of_the_SCO\" >Q2. When did India and Pakistan become members of the SCO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Q3_What_is_the_significance_of_Saudi_Arabia_becoming_a_dialogue_partner_of_the_SCO\" >Q3. What is the significance of Saudi Arabia becoming a dialogue partner of the SCO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Q4_How_does_Saudi_Arabias_entry_into_the_SCO_impact_Indias_foreign_policy\" >Q4. How does Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO impact India&#8217;s foreign policy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Q5_What_are_some_of_the_areas_of_cooperation_between_the_SCO_and_its_members\" >Q5. What are some of the areas of cooperation between the SCO and its members?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/saudi-arabia-and-sco-find-out-how-saudi-arabias-entry-into-the-shanghai-cooperation-organization-impacts-indias-foreign-policy\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saudi_Arabia_Becomes_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_Dialogue_Partner\"><\/span>Saudi Arabia Becomes Shanghai Cooperation Organization Dialogue Partner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saudi Arabia has become the latest country to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) as a dialogue partner at the organization&#8217;s 18th summit held in Qingdao, China. The SCO is a Eurasian political, economic, and military organization which was founded in 2001 in Shanghai by the leaders of China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. India and Pakistan were granted full membership to the organization in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"Saudi-Arabia-and-SCO\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Saudi Arabia and SCO\" class=\"wp-image-2733\" width=\"656\" height=\"437\" title=\"Saudi Arabia and SCO\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-820x545.jpg 820w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Saudi-Arabia-Becomes-SCOs-Dialogue.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 656px) 100vw, 656px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saudi Arabia and SCO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This news is important for students preparing for civil service exams, as it highlights the increasing geopolitical importance of the SCO in world affairs, especially in the context of India&#8217;s strategic interests in Central Asia and the Middle East. It also highlights the growing diplomatic outreach of Saudi Arabia in the region and its efforts to diversify its foreign policy beyond its traditional alliances with the United States and the West.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO as a dialogue partner has several implications for India&#8217;s foreign policy. Firstly, it opens up new avenues for India to engage with the Gulf countries and the Arab world, as Saudi Arabia is a leading power in the region. Secondly, it provides India with greater access to Central Asian markets and resources, as well as opportunities for cooperation on counter-terrorism, energy security, and infrastructure development. Thirdly, it strengthens India&#8217;s strategic position vis-\u00e0-vis China and Russia, who are the dominant powers in the SCO, by providing it with a forum to raise its concerns and interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SCO was established in 2001 to promote regional cooperation and stability in Central Asia and to counter terrorism, extremism, and separatism in the region. Over the years, the organization has expanded its scope to include economic cooperation, energy security, and cultural exchanges. In 2017, India and Pakistan were granted full membership to the organization, which expanded its membership to eight countries, representing over 40% of the world&#8217;s population and more than 20% of its GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO as a dialogue partner is a significant development, as it marks the first time that a Middle Eastern country has joined the organization. It also reflects the growing strategic convergence between China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia on issues of regional security and economic development. For Saudi Arabia, joining the SCO provides an opportunity to enhance its regional influence, diversify its foreign policy, and reduce its dependence on the United States and the West.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CSaudi_Arabia_Becomes_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_Dialogue_Partner%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from &#8220;Saudi Arabia Becomes Shanghai Cooperation Organization Dialogue Partner&#8221;:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Serial No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Saudi Arabia has become a dialogue partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The SCO is a Eurasian political, economic, and military organization founded in 2001 by China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>India and Pakistan were granted full membership to the SCO in 2017.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO as a dialogue partner marks the first time a Middle Eastern country has joined the organization.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The entry of Saudi Arabia into the SCO reflects the growing strategic convergence between China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia on issues of regional security and economic development.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saudi Arabia and SCO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_FAQs_for_Students_from_this_News\"><\/span>Important FAQs for Students from this News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_is_the_Shanghai_Cooperation_Organization_SCO\"><\/span>Q1. What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a Eurasian political, economic, and military organization founded in 2001 by China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_When_did_India_and_Pakistan_become_members_of_the_SCO\"><\/span>Q2. When did India and Pakistan become members of the SCO? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. India and Pakistan were granted full membership to the SCO in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_is_the_significance_of_Saudi_Arabia_becoming_a_dialogue_partner_of_the_SCO\"><\/span>Q3. What is the significance of Saudi Arabia becoming a dialogue partner of the SCO? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. Saudi Arabia becoming a dialogue partner of the SCO highlights the growing strategic convergence between China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia on issues of regional security and economic development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_How_does_Saudi_Arabias_entry_into_the_SCO_impact_Indias_foreign_policy\"><\/span>Q4. How does Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO impact India&#8217;s foreign policy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. Saudi Arabia&#8217;s entry into the SCO as a dialogue partner provides India with new opportunities for engagement with the Arab world, greater access to Central Asian markets and resources, and strengthens India&#8217;s strategic position vis-\u00e0-vis China and Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_What_are_some_of_the_areas_of_cooperation_between_the_SCO_and_its_members\"><\/span>Q5. What are some of the areas of cooperation between the SCO and its members? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A. 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