New Delhi, April 27 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead a high-level Indian delegation to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting, which will be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Tuesday.

In a statement issued here, the Ministry of Defence stated that during the meeting, the Defence Ministers of various member countries will deliberate upon several issues concerning the defence and security of the region. Issues related to international peace, counter-terrorism, and defence cooperation among SCO member states will also be discussed.

Earlier in a post on X, Singh wrote, "Leaving for Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan. Looking forward to attending the SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting scheduled to be held tomorrow. Shal...