Have you heard? The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is leveling up! After the 2024 Astana Summit, China takes the rotating presidency once again, and guess what? This autumn, the summit moves to Tianjin – it's officially SCO time in the Chinese mainland 🎉
In a world full of twists and turns, teamwork is everything. The SCO, born in Shanghai back in 2001 with China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, has been setting the gold standard for peaceful growth and collaboration.
Fast forward to today, and the SCO is the largest, most populous regional bloc on the planet. From security and stability to shared prosperity across Eurasia and beyond, this crew is proving size does matter – when it comes to unity!
At the heart of it all? The Shanghai Spirit: mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, open consultation, and respect for diverse cultures. In an era of rising mistrust, this vibe brings people closer and keeps cooperation alive.
As China gears up to lead, the SCO looks poised to tackle global challenges together and write a fresh chapter of win-win success. Stay tuned – the journey's just getting started! 🌏🤝
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Upholding Shanghai Spirit: SCO's 'friends circle' continues to expand
cgtn.com
