Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states issued a joint statement on Monday commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II and the founding of the United Nations. The declaration, released during the SCO Summit in Tianjin, underscored the enduring relevance of multilateralism and historical lessons in addressing modern global challenges.
The statement highlighted the SCO's commitment to upholding the UN Charter's principles, emphasizing peace, dialogue, and cooperation among nations. Leaders reaffirmed their opposition to 'rewriting history' and stressed the importance of preserving post-war international frameworks to maintain global stability.
Analysts note the timing coincides with growing geopolitical tensions, positioning the SCO as a stabilizing force in Eurasia. The summit also saw discussions on enhancing economic collaboration among member states, which represent over 40% of the world's population.
