Turkmenistan's Ambassador to China, Parahat Durdyyev, met with SCO Secretary-General Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing to discuss expanding cooperation between Ashgabat and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). The talks focused on deepening ties in economic sphere including in transport, trade, and other priority issues on the current agenda. Ambassador Durdyyev … [Read more...]
National Leader of Turkmenistan Meets with Leaders of SCO, ECO, and ICESCO
On 12 December 2025, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, held meetings with the heads of international organizations—SCO, ECO, and ICESCO—who participated in the celebrations and forum marking the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality. SCO During the meeting with the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, … [Read more...]
SCO Summit: Turkmenistan supports the Global Governance Initiative presented by China
On 1 September 2025, 2025, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to China, participated as an honorary guest in the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization SCO+ format in Tianjin. The SCO+ format is a unique partnership platform within which the member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization interact with countries that … [Read more...]
The Trans-Caspian Route and the SCO:The Strengthening Role and Prospects of Uzbekistan
Ildar Yaushev, Lead Specialist of the Department at the Center for the Study of Transport and Logistics Development Problems, Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Uzbekistan Amid global changes in world trade and logistics, the countries of Central Asia are becoming key links in the formation of new transport routes. Among them, the Trans-Caspian route, which connects … [Read more...]
Tianjin Declaration: SCO Affirms Course Toward Multipolar World and Strengthening Integration
The Tianjin Declaration of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) dated 1 September 2025, is a comprehensive document reflecting the positions and goals of the member states. The declaration, consisting of five sections, addresses a wide range of issues, from global security and counter-terrorism to economic cooperation, infrastructure development, and … [Read more...]
Xi Jinping outlined SCO development priorities at the 25th Summit of the Council of Heads of State
In his speech at the 25th Summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Tianjin, President of China Xi Jinping summed up the organization's 24-year journey and outlined priorities for its further development. Mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for diversity of civilizations, and pursuit of common … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan to Participate in SCO Summit 2025: A New Chapter for the Shanghai Family in Tianjin
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, scheduled for 31 August – 1 September 2025, in Tianjin, northern China. This was reported by Xinhua, citing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China. The summit, hosted by China for the fifth time, is set to be the most significant … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan Suggests SCO Focus on Joint Infrastructure Projects, Including TAPI
On 16 October 2024, as part of a visit to Pakistan, a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov took part in a meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Addressing the meeting, the Turkmen side noted that today there are objective and real opportunities to give … [Read more...]
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Turkmenistan: A look at China through golden sayings – 34th issue
1. Mountains and oceans do not separate like-minded people. This time the summit is held for the first time in the SCO Plus format, which serves as a platform for discussing a wide range of current issues with the participation of both long-time friends and new partners. And, this is a confirmation of the authority of the Organization (SCO), which in the new era is attracting … [Read more...]
The National Leader of the Turkmen people attended the SCO summit in Astana
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit convened in Astana, Kazakhstan, on July 4, 2024. It comprised two key events: a meeting of the heads of the SCO member states and a meeting in the SCO plus format. The meeting of the SCO's supreme body, the Council of Heads of Member States, which was chaired by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, was attended by … [Read more...]
The 5th World Nomad Games at the Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Leaders of a number of countries are gathering for a session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which will be held in Astana. The 5th World Nomad Games were not left out of this important political event. In the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, where the official meetings of the summit are held, the Directorate for the preparation and holding of the 5th World Nomad … [Read more...]
UPDATED: Arkadag Berdimuhamedov arrives in Astana to participate in the SCO summit
Today, on July 4, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left on a working visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan in order to participate in the Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), TDH reports. Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov met the National Leader of the Turkmen … [Read more...]
SCO Summit to Convene in Astana, Ushering in New Era of Cooperation
The Kazakhstan capital, Astana, takes center stage for international diplomacy as it hosts the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit on 3-4 July. Themed "Strengthening Multilateral Dialogue – Striving for Sustainable Peace and Development," the summit will see participation from SCO heads of state alongside leaders from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Qatar, Mongolia, the United … [Read more...]
First meeting of the Regional Expert Council in Central Asia on the rehabilitation and reintegration of returnees held in Tashkent
The first meeting of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees from Conflict Zones in Central Asia was held on May 14 in Tashkent. The Regional Expert Council was established at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Mr. Shavkat Mirziyoyev in March 2022 in Tashkent at the High-Level International Conference on … [Read more...]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes a regional workshop on preventing and combatting the illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan --- On 9-10 April 2024, UNRCCA in partnership with the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (RATS SCO) organized a regional workshop on fostering cooperation and information sharing on preventing and combatting the illicit trafficking of small arms and light weapons and … [Read more...]
Foreign observer missions continue monitoring preparations for parliamentary elections in Turkmenistan
The CIS and OSCE observer missions continue to monitor the process of preparation for the parliamentary elections in Turkmenistan, to take place on Monday, 26 March 2023. Thus, the formation of the CIS observer mission has been completed. It includes 49 accredited observers representing the CIS countries, the Interparliamentary Assembly of the CIS Member States and the CIS … [Read more...]
India hosted online SCO summit – Iran became part of the Shanghai family – Kazakhstan assumes SCO chairmanship – The New Delhi Declaration emphasizes: Central Asia is the core of the SCO
nCa Report On Tuesday, 4 July, an online meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The meeting was attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov, President of China Xi Jinping, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, President of Russia … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: "In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is becoming commonplace to … [Read more...]
Kazinform: What Kassym-Jomart Tokayev talks about in an interview on China’s CCTV
On May 12 on the eve of the state visit to China Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gave an interview on China’s CCTV, Kazinform reports. The Head of State answered the questions of the Leaders Talk program concerning the prospects for the development of political, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and China, history and today’s … [Read more...]
Pakistan: SCO can play the role of beacon of peace
Speech of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan at virtual SCO Summit on 4 July 2023 [Paraphrased Excerpts] The SCO represents a promising future only if we seize the opportunity to achieve the shared goals for the region’s peace and prosperity. Pakistan calls for SCO’s joint action to counter economic recession, terrorism & climate change. The SCO leaders are … [Read more...]
PM Narendra Modi: India has created five pillars of cooperation in the SCO
Opening the online SCO summit on 4 July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi summed up the results of his country's chairmanship and spoke about efforts to bring multifaceted cooperation in the SCO to new heights. Modi highlighted five new pillars of cooperation established by India within the SCO. These are Startups and Innovation, Traditional Medicine, Youth … [Read more...]
President of Tajikistan proposes to develop a Concept for the expansion of the SCO
During his speech at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, the President Emomali Rahmon stressed the importance of further promoting cooperation within the SCO on the basis of coordinated actions and principles of mutual respect. The President of Tajikistan noted that the increasing attention of the world community to the SCO, embodying the unique interconnectedness of civilizations … [Read more...]
Russia is increasing trade and economic ties with the SCO countries
Russia intends to further deepen ties with members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and these ties are becoming stronger and more multifaceted, President Vladimir Putin said during his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023. Last year, Russia's trade with the SCO member states increased by more than a third – 37%, reaching a record high of US $263 billion. And in … [Read more...]
SCO Summit adopted New Delhi Declaration – Key Points
SCO confirms commitment to formation of a more representative, democratic, just and multipolar world with a central coordinating role of the UN. The Member States reaffirm that the SCO is not directed against other states and international organizations and is open to broad cooperation with them. SCO pursues a policy that excludes bloc, ideological and confrontational … [Read more...]
SCO Summit: Kyrgyzstan is promoting the idea of establishing a Center for combating international crime in Bishkek
Addressing at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov noted the importance of the establishment of the SCO Center for Combating International Organized Crime in Bishkek. According to the Head of Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of this initiative will give a tangible impetus to increasing cooperation on issues related to ensuring regional … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023
Dear Mr. Chairman, Dear Heads of State and Delegations, First of all, let me warmly welcome all participants, leaders and members of delegations. I express my gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi, for inviting me to this important meeting as an honorary guest. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich! Taking this opportunity, I cordially congratulate you … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan: President Mirziyoyev proposed to adopt the SCO Code of Good Neighborliness, Trust and Cross-Border Partnership
In his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev assessed the cardinal changes taking place in the system of international relations – the intensification of geopolitical tensions and escalation of conflicts, the emergence of new risks and threats to global stability and sustainable development, the growing challenges in the field of … [Read more...]
XI Jinping: China stands for multilateralism and strengthening peace for the sake of universal security
During his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping, focusing on the shocks that the modern world is experiencing, noted that humanity is facing unprecedented serious challenges. "What to choose, unity or split? Peace or conflict? Cooperation or confrontation? These issues have become relevant again in our time. My answer is … [Read more...]
Iran aims to switch to electricity grids of Russia and the SCO countries through Turkmenistan
Iran is working on a major project to connect its national energy system with the power grids of Russia and other SCO countries through Turkmenistan. This statement came from Mohammad Ali Farakhnakian, Advisor to the Iranian Minister of Energy for International Affairs, in an interview with IRNA. According to official, all that is required to put these plans into action is … [Read more...]
Samarkand Summit – SCO is a new leader in the emerging multipolar world
nCa Report On 16 September 2022, Samarkand hosted a meeting of the SCO heads of state under the chairmanship of the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. For the first time in the history of the organization, the summit was held in such a broad format. The leaders of 14 countries attended the gathering, including: Prime Minister of the Republic of India Narendra … [Read more...]
SerdarGB is on visit to Samarkand to participate in the SCO summit – meetings with Uzbek, Chinese and Russian counterparts
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived Thursday, 15 September, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to participate as an honorary guest in the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The main event - the SCO summit - will be held on September 16 under the chairmanship of Shavkat Mirziyoyev in the congress hall of the new tourist center of Samarkand "The Great Silk … [Read more...]
What makes the SCO Summit in Samarkand special and what can we expect?
At the upcoming Samarkand SCO summit, the leaders of the countries will gather together in person for the first time in the last three years. This will be a unique and effective opportunity to discuss bilateral, regional and global issues that have accumulated during the pandemic. In the context of serious shifts in world politics and the economy, the significance of the … [Read more...]
Tashkent as a negotiating platform on Afghanistan
Shukhrat Kobilov, Chief Researcher, International Institute of Central Asia Afghanistan's economic recovery may be one of the main topics at the upcoming SCO summit in Samarkand. After the sudden complete withdrawal of foreign troops from Afghanistan, the role and importance of the SCO in normalizing the situation in this country has significantly increased. In this … [Read more...]
Ecology and Environmental protection — priority areas of cooperation between the SCO countries
Sh. Fayziev, Head of the Department, and N. Khasanov, Chief Researcher, International Institute of Central Asia The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) attaches great importance to the issues of ecology and environmental protection, considering them as one of the key elements of sustainable development. In the founding documents adopted by the SCO — the Shanghai … [Read more...]
Tashkent to host SCO scientific and expert forum on information security on 6 Sep 2022
ISMI Deputy Director Bobur Usmanov on the timeliness and importance of the upcoming forum A press conference dedicated to the upcoming scientific and expert forum of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on information security was held in Tashkent on 6 September. Speaking at a press conference, Deputy Director of the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies … [Read more...]
President of Turkmenistan to attend SCO Summit in Uzbekistan
President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received Friday (26 Aug) acting foreign minister of Uzbekistan Vladimir Norov and Secretary of the Security Council, Special Representative of the President of Uzbekistan for foreign affairs Abdulaziz Kamilov, who arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the Turkmen-Uzbek political consultations. During the meeting, the … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan’s chairmanship in the SCO: effective partnership, long-term goals and objectives
Events organized within the framework of Uzbekistan's chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization are continuing in the capital. The agenda includes topical issues of strengthening cooperation in various areas, including cultural and humanitarian exchange. The day before, Tashkent hosted an international tourism forum “A new stage of cooperation between the SCO … [Read more...]
Uzbek embassy in Ashgabat hosts briefing on priorities of Uzbekistan during its presidency of SCO
On March 31, 2022, at the Yyldyz Hotel in Ashgabat, the Embassy of Uzbekistan held a briefing on the chairmanship of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the SCO in 2022. The event was attended by the heads of foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations, representatives of government agencies, public organizations and the media of Turkmenistan. During the event, … [Read more...]
Visit of Turkmen FM to Moscow
Elvira Kadyrova On 22 February 2022, the delegation of Turkmenistan headed by Deputy Prime Minister, foreign minister Rashid Meredov held a series of negotiations in Moscow. The talks led to the inking a package of documents and the Joint Statement. The regional security issues, preparations for the 6th Caspian Summit, celebration of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic … [Read more...]
SCO Anniversary Summit in Dushanbe: the outcomes of 20 years summed up, goals for greater Eurasian cooperation outlined
Elvira Kadyrova On 17 September 2021, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit was held in Dushanbe, dedicated to the twentieth jubilee of the organization. The session of the SCO Council of Heads of Member States, held under the chairmanship of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, was attended by: President Xi Jinping of China Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi … [Read more...]
SCO nations declare readiness to support Afghanistan politically and economically
Elvira Kadyrova On 14 July 2021, a meeting of the SCO-Afghanistan Contact Group was held in Dushanbe, which gathered the foreign ministers of Afghanistan, India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. A Joint Statement was adopted following the meeting. The document emphasizes that one of the most important factors for maintaining and … [Read more...]
Whom Russia is ready to take as companions for solving Afghan puzzle
Elvira Kadyrova Russia strongly supports the settlement of the Afghan situation with the involvement of regional international organizations such as SCO, the CSTO, and the countries bordering Afghanistan. The statement came from Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu during his remarks at the Moscow Conference on International Security on Wednesday, 23 June. "It is … [Read more...]
ВЛАДИМИР НОРОВ: «СТАТУС НЕЙТРАЛЬНОГО ГОСУДАРСТВА СПОСОБСТВУЕТ РОСТУ И УКРЕПЛЕНИЮ АВТОРИТЕТА ТУРКМЕНИСТАНА НА МЕЖДУНАРОДНОЙ АРЕНЕ»
В ходе международной конференции «Политика нейтралитета и ее значение в обеспечении международного мира, безопасности и устойчивого развития» Генеральный секретарь Шанхайской Организации Сотрудничества Владимир Норов подчеркнул, что статус нейтрального государства способствует росту и укреплению авторитета Туркменистана на международной арене как страны, нацеленной на развитие … [Read more...]
VLADIMIR NOROV: “THE STATUS OF A NEUTRAL STATE CONTRIBUTES TO THE GROWTH AND STRENGTHENING OF THE AUTHORITY OF TURKMENISTAN IN THE INTERNATIONAL ARENA”
During the International Conference "Policy of Neutrality and its Role in Ensuring International Peace, Security and Sustainable Development" Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Vladimir Norov emphasized that the status of a neutral state contributes to the growth and strengthening of the authority of Turkmenistan in the international arena as a country … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan highlights the role of transport in the process of diversification of Eurasian trade and economic relations
Among the key topics of discussion at the online meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of the SCO member states held on November 30 was trade and economic cooperation and transport links, taking into account the consequences caused by the global pandemic. The meeting participants spoke for the need to expand cooperation aimed at achieving an open, … [Read more...]
Туркменистан выделяет роль транспорта в процессе диверсификации евразийских торгово-экономических связей
Среди ключевых тем обсуждения на заседании Совета глав правительств (премьер-министров) государств-членов ШОС прошедшего 30 ноября в режиме онлайн было торгово-экономическое сотрудничество и транспортная взаимосвязь с учетом последствий вызванных глобальной пандемией. Участники заседания высказались за необходимость расширения сотрудничества нацеленного за достижение открытой, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan is ready to expand contacts with the SCO on humanitarian and scientific lines
Today, at a meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states in the format of a video conference, the possibilities of expanding ties in the field of science, health and medicine were discussed in detail against the backdrop of the global Coronavirus pandemic. The importance of scientific contacts and … [Read more...]
Туркменистан готов расширять контакты с ШОС по гуманитарной и научной линиям
Сегодня, на заседании Совета глав правительств (премьер-министров) государств-членов Шанхайской организации сотрудничества в формате видеоконференции детально обсуждались возможности расширения связей в области науки, здравоохранения и медицины на фоне глобальной коронавирусной пандемии. Отмечена значимость научных контактов и обменов, использования новых технологий. Также … [Read more...]
SCO experts work over ways of transport integration
On 8 August 2020, Uzbekistan has chaired a regular meeting of the SCO Special working group on the development of transit potential, reports news Agency "Dunyo" of foreign ministry of Uzbekistan. The event was attended by eight SCO member-countries - India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The agenda of the expert meeting has … [Read more...]
SCO countries stand for openness in the world economic system-Tashkent meeting of heads of government
Elvira Kadyrova On 1-2 November 2019, Tashkent hosted a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization(SCO) Council of heads of government (prime ministers). The SCO member States were represented at the meeting by the following heads of delegations: India-Minister of defence R. Singh Kazakhstan-Prime Minister Askar Mamin China-Premier of the State … [Read more...]