Iran, Mongolia FMs meet in Bishkek for SCO Summit

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met with his Mongolian counterpart in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on the sidelines of the 26th Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). During the meeting, the two top diplomats exchanged views on a host of issues, including bilateral ties, recent developments in the region, and matters of mutual interest.

The 26th SCO Summit of heads of state kicked off in Bishkek on August 31 and will run through September 1, 2026, as Kyrgyzstan holds the organization's periodical chairmanship in 2026. The summit's slogan is "25 Years of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Together for Peace, Development, and Sustainable Prosperity."

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Bishkek on Monday to attend the SCO and Shanghai Plus Summits. He was welcomed by Kyrgyzstan's deputy cabinet chairman upon arrival. During his two-day visit, President Pezeshkian is scheduled to deliver a speech and hold bilateral meetings with several participating leaders, including the presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan, on the sidelines of the summit.

Additionally, at the invitation of the Kyrgyz president, the Iranian president will attend the official opening ceremony of the sixth World Nomad Games during the trip.

According to Mehr News Agency, the meeting between the foreign ministers underscored the ongoing diplomatic engagement between Iran and Mongolia within the framework of the SCO, reflecting broader efforts to strengthen cooperation among member states.