Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in high-level diplomacy on Tuesday, meeting with foreign ministers and senior officials from Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states during their Beijing gathering. The talks focused on advancing multilateral cooperation amid evolving global challenges.
The meeting comes ahead of the SCO Heads of State Council summit scheduled for July, with participants discussing enhanced security coordination and economic collaboration across Eurasia. Xi emphasized China's commitment to the organization's 'Shanghai Spirit' of mutual trust and shared development during closed-door sessions.
Notable attendees included representatives from Russia, India, and Central Asian nations, along with observer states. Analysts suggest the discussions likely addressed regional security architecture and connectivity initiatives aligning with China's Belt and Road framework.
Established in 2001, the SCO now represents 40% of the global population and 28% of world GDP. This year's agenda includes counterterrorism measures, digital economy partnerships, and climate change responses – priorities reflecting Asia's growing influence in shaping international norms.
