At the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Astana, Kazakhstan, the excitement was palpable. Among those eagerly awaiting the outcomes was Holdin Hanna, a spirited international relations student from Belarus State University, currently on exchange at Beijing Foreign Studies University.
\"Joining the SCO is like a light in our future!\" Hanna exclaimed, her eyes shining with hope. 😄✨ She shared her enthusiasm about Belarus's anticipated admission as the 10th official member state of the SCO.
Hanna believes that this move will open doors for more academic and cultural exchanges between Belarus and other member countries. \"I can't wait to see more opportunities for Belarusian youth to connect and collaborate with our peers across Asia,\" she said.
She also expressed optimism about China's upcoming rotational presidency of the SCO. \"China has always been a strong supporter of economic growth in our region. I'm hopeful that this partnership will bring positive changes and prosperity to our country,\" Hanna added.
Membership expansion was a core focus at the meeting held from July 3 to 4, reflecting the organization's aim to foster stronger ties and cooperation among Eurasian nations. For students like Hanna, this expansion signifies not just diplomatic progress, but a brighter future filled with opportunities and shared growth. 🌏🤝
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Joining SCO is like 'light in our future,' says Belarusian student
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