India Rejects Azerbaijan's Claims Of Blocking SCO Bid, Says Application 'Under Consideration'

2025-09-05 10:11:44

(MENAFN- Live Mint) India reacted sharply to Azerbaijan's claims of blocking the nation's bid for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), stating that the“matter continues to be under consideration.”

“Due to time constraint, a decision on the issue could not be taken by Member States in Tianjin. The matter continues to be under consideration by the group," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday.

What did Azerbaijan claim?

On Wednesday, September 3, Azerbaijan accused India of taking“revenge” against it on international platforms due to Baku's strong ties with Pakistan.

According to a Turkish news outlet, Daily Sabah, Azerbaijan's allegations came after India reportedly blocked Azerbaijan's bid for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)

(This is a developing story. Keep checking for more updates)

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