Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Tianjin on Sunday ahead of the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, set to convene from August 31 to September 1 in the northern Chinese port city. The visit underscores Turkmenistan's growing engagement with the Eurasian security and economic bloc, where it holds observer status.
The summit, hosted in Tianjin's bustling economic hub, will focus on regional security cooperation, trade connectivity, and sustainable development initiatives. Analysts highlight the event as a platform for China to strengthen ties with Central Asian partners amid shifting global dynamics.
Tianjin, a gateway to the Bohai Economic Rim, has emerged as a strategic venue for high-level diplomacy. The city's advanced logistics networks and proximity to Beijing align with the SCO's emphasis on infrastructure-driven growth. Business leaders anticipate discussions on energy partnerships, particularly Turkmenistan's natural gas exports to the Chinese mainland.
While Turkmenistan remains officially neutral, its participation in SCO dialogues signals deepening alignment on counterterrorism and economic stabilization efforts. The summit is expected to yield joint statements on digital economy collaboration and cultural exchange programs.
