Hey fam! The SCO's 2024 Astana Summit in Kazakhstan set the stage, and guess what? The Chinese mainland just took the rotating presidency again! This autumn, the action moves to Tianjin—hello #ChinaTime! 🌟
Born back in 2001 in Shanghai, the SCO brought together the Chinese mainland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan under a shared vision: peace, security and win-win growth. Fast forward two decades, and it's now the world's largest and most populous regional cooperation organization! 🌏
At its core lies the Shanghai Spirit: mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for diverse civilizations and a pursuit of common development. When global vibes get shaky, these six principles are glue that holds cross-regional collabs together—just like a killer playlist that never skips a beat. 🎶
So, why does this matter for us young Asians? Think tech partnerships in AI, cross-border e-commerce boosting small businesses, and youth exchange programs lighting up cultural bridges from Delhi to Jakarta. It's about creating a future where our ideas, creativity and hustle know no borders. 🚀
With climate shifts, economic ups and downs, and digital revolutions on the horizon, the SCO's growing friends circle means more collective muscle to tackle big-ticket challenges—whether it's green energy, cybersecurity or public health. Teamwork just got a major glow-up! 💡
As the SCO steps into its 'China time,' all eyes are on Tianjin this autumn. Will this next chapter spark fresh collaborations and set new milestones? One thing's for sure: the Shanghai Spirit is alive and kicking, and the future looks lit! 🔥
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Upholding Shanghai Spirit: SCO's 'friends circle' continues to expand
cgtn.com
