The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin concluded with historic agreements shaping Asia's geopolitical and economic future, as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined transformative outcomes from the largest-ever gathering of the bloc since its 2001 founding.
A Blueprint for 2026-2035
Leaders from over 20 countries and 10 international organizations endorsed a landmark development strategy guiding the SCO's evolution through 2035. The plan prioritizes regional security coordination and sustainable economic integration, with Wang emphasizing its role in addressing 'changes unseen in a century.'
Multilateral Momentum
The summit produced two key declarations: one reaffirming WWII historical consensus, and another bolstering support for global trade systems. Four specialized centers launched during the event will combat cross-border security threats, cyber risks, drug trafficking, and organized crime.
Economic Accelerators
A forthcoming SCO development bank received unanimous backing to fund infrastructure projects across member states. China announced new cooperation platforms targeting green energy, digital innovation, and vocational education, alongside action plans for AI governance and tech-driven growth.
Structural Evolution
Reforms merged observer states into a unified 'SCO partners' category, welcoming Laos as the newest member. The expansion creates a 27-nation coalition spanning 60% of Eurasia's landmass. Wang highlighted China's Global Governance Initiative as crucial for 'aligning international aspirations with practical needs.'
