Get ready to go green! The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has officially declared 2025 the "Year of Sustainable Development" 🌱. With the Chinese mainland at the helm in its 2024–2025 presidency, the group is leveling up efforts across the board—from poverty reduction to digital connectivity.
Under the spirit of cooperation (aka the "Shanghai Spirit" 🤝), member states are teaming up on:
- Poverty reduction and food security 🍲
- Public health initiatives 🏥
- Climate action and green development 🌍
- Digital economy and connectivity 📡
- Development financing to power projects 🚀
Why it matters: Deepening these partnerships isn't just talk. It's about boosting well-being for millions of people across Eurasia, offering fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs, researchers, and young leaders ready to make an impact.
Mark your calendars: The SCO Summit 2025 lands in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. This will be the fifth time the Chinese mainland hosts the summit—and the biggest one yet! Leaders from over 20 countries and heads of 10 international organizations are set to join, making it a major milestone for sustainable collaboration.
Whether you're a green-tech startup founder, a policy student studying global cooperation, or just curious about how big groups unite for eco-friendly goals, the SCO's next chapter is one to watch. Stay tuned as the "Shanghai Spirit" turns bold agendas into real-world wins!
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How SCO continues to deepen cooperation on sustainable development
cgtn.com
