CSTO Ministers and Security Chiefs to Meet in Bishkek on Nov. 27 as Russia Confirms Lavrov, Shoigu

Overview

• A joint session of CSTO foreign and defense ministers and security council secretaries is scheduled for 27 November in Bishkek under Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship.
• Russia confirmed participation by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu.
• The agenda includes an assessment of the military-political situation across CSTO regions and a review of the organisation’s 2025 activities.
• The Russian delegation plans to outline priorities for its 2026 chairmanship to allied states.
• Draft documents aimed at strengthening CSTO structures are expected to be considered, with related program events still being coordinated.