Tajik President Emomali Rahmon arrived in Tianjin on Sunday ahead of the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, marking the start of high-level diplomatic engagements in northern China. The summit, scheduled for August 31 to September 1, will bring together leaders from SCO member states to discuss regional security, economic collaboration, and multilateral governance.
The Tianjin summit is seen as a critical platform for addressing Central Asian stability and trade connectivity, with observers noting Tajikistan's strategic role in regional security initiatives. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated the event would 'strengthen mutual trust and practical cooperation among Asian nations.'
Business analysts highlight the summit's expected focus on cross-border infrastructure projects, particularly China's Belt and Road initiatives connecting Central and South Asia. The SCO, which includes members such as the Russian Federation, India, and Pakistan, represents over 40% of the global population.
