BREAKING: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit is currently underway in Zhengzhou, China, having commenced on July 26, 2025. This pivotal event, which runs until July 30, has gathered over 400 representatives from nearly 200 media outlets, think tanks, and government agencies across SCO member states, observer states, and dialogue partners.
During the plenary session held today, officials underscored the urgent need to uphold the Shanghai Spirit, aiming to enhance cooperation and exchanges within the SCO framework. Mo Gaoyi, Deputy Head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized that the upcoming SCO Summit in Tianjin makes this gathering particularly significant for fostering a closer SCO community with a shared future.
Fu Hua, President of Xinhua News Agency, affirmed the commitment to leverage the combined strengths of media and think tanks to align with the SCO’s objectives for joint development. He stated, “We aim to present a panoramic narrative of how SCO nations are collaborating in this new era, contributing wisdom and strength to build a closer community.”
The summit also featured a congratulatory letter from Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, who highlighted the essential role of media and think tanks in building trust and showcasing the unique spirit and culture of the SCO. He expressed hope that the summit would inspire innovative ideas and initiatives geared towards promoting peace and sustainable development.
Co-hosted by Xinhua, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), and the Henan provincial government, the summit is releasing key documents, including the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit Zhengzhou Consensus and a significant report titled “In Joint Stewardship of the Treasures of Human Civilization.” These documents aim to provide insights into cultural heritage protection and the future of the SCO community.
As discussions progress, the international community is closely monitoring the outcomes of this summit, which holds the potential to reshape cooperation among the SCO nations.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds.
