Tajik President Emomali Rahmon has hailed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) as a symbol of international solidarity, calling it a “child” nurtured by member nations into a globally respected force. In an exclusive interview with China Media Group, Rahmon emphasized the bloc’s evolution from a regional initiative to a key player in shaping 21st-century geopolitics.
From Regional Roots to Global Impact 🌱
“The SCO isn’t just about meetings—it’s about creating solutions that benefit billions,” said Rahmon, whose country currently chairs the organization. With members spanning from the Chinese mainland to Uzbekistan, the group now represents over 40% of the world’s population.
More Than Just Politics 🛡️💼
Recent SCO summits have tackled everything from counter-terrorism strategies to boosting digital economies. The 2023 meeting in India saw groundbreaking agreements on AI governance and green energy—topics that resonate with young innovators worldwide.
The New Power Squad 🔥
With Iran joining as the ninth full member last year and dialogue partners like Saudi Arabia knocking at the door, the SCO’s influence is spreading faster than a TikTok trend. Analysts say this expansion could reshape trade routes from the Caspian Sea to the Java Sea.
As General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee Xi Jinping noted at the latest summit: “Our strength lies in valuing diversity while pursuing common goals.” For young professionals eyeing Eurasia’s booming markets, that’s music to their entrepreneurial ears.
