The Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) approved the Tianjin Declaration, which defines the organisation's approaches to security, international stability and development. This was reported by the IIC.

The summit in China was attended by more than 20 leaders, as well as representatives of international organisations. The document notes the growth of geopolitical tensions and new threats, with the SCO opposing unilateral sanctions and reaffirming its commitment to the principles of non-interference and renunciation of the use of force.

Particular attention is paid to preserving the historical memory of World War II as a factor in strengthening trust and stability. Among the decisions are the creation of a Universal Centre to counter challenges and threats to the security of SCO countries and the approval of the SCO development strategy until 2035. It envisages the expansion of economic cooperation, the fight against terrorism, extremism and separatism, as well as the development of cultural and humanitarian ties.

The meeting in Tianjin outlined the organisation's positions on key international issues and set long-term guidelines for its development.