Can the Tianjin Summit Revitalize the SCO?

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Key Takeaways
- Putin anticipates revitalization of the SCO.
- Summit aims to address modern global challenges.
- Emphasis on multipolar world order.
- China's leadership is pivotal for the organization.
- Close cooperation among member states is essential.
Moscow, Aug 30 (NationPress) Russian President Vladimir Putin anticipates that the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin will infuse significant new energy into the organization.
In a written interview prior to his visit to China for the summit and the country's V-Day celebrations in Beijing, Putin noted his optimism that the summit will enhance the SCO's ability to tackle modern challenges and threats, while fostering unity across the shared Eurasian region. He stated, "All this will help shape a fairer multipolar world order."
The attraction of the SCO stems from its straightforward yet impactful principles: a steadfast commitment to its foundational philosophy, openness to equitable collaboration, non-targeting of third parties, and respect for the unique identities of each nation, he remarked.
According to him, "Utilizing these values, the SCO plays a role in constructing a fairer, multipolar world order, founded on international law, with the United Nations at its core."
He elaborated that a crucial aspect of this global vision is the establishment of a framework for equal and indivisible security in Eurasia, achieved through close cooperation among SCO member states.
Putin expressed confidence that the Tianjin summit will mark a significant chapter in the history of the SCO, affirming that Russia fully endorses the priorities set by the Chinese presidency. These priorities emphasize strengthening the SCO, enhancing collaboration across all sectors, and amplifying the organization’s influence on the global stage, as reported by Xinhua.
He stated, "I am confident that through our joint efforts, we will revitalize the SCO, adapting it to meet contemporary demands."
China is set to hold the rotating presidency of the SCO for 2024-2025, with the next summit scheduled to take place in Tianjin in 2025.