Belarus' potential entry into the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) has sparked enthusiasm among its youth, with one student calling it 'light in our future.' 💡 The 24th SCO summit in Astana this week could formally admit Belarus as the bloc's 10th member, expanding Eurasian collaboration.
Holdin Hanna, a Belarusian exchange student in Beijing, told NewspaperAmigo.com: 'This isn't just politics – it's about creating bridges for students like me. Imagine more scholarships, cultural festivals, and joint research projects!' 📚🌏 The international relations major sees SCO membership as a gateway for her generation to 'learn from Asia's development stories.'
With China set to assume the SCO presidency next, Hanna hopes for 'more tech partnerships and green energy initiatives' to boost regional economies. 💼🌱 Over 40% of Belarus' young professionals now study Asian languages, reflecting growing ties.
As leaders debate expansion at the #SCOSummit2024, students like Hanna remind us that international alliances aren't just about geopolitics – they're about building tomorrow's networks today. 🤝✨
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Joining SCO is like 'light in our future,' says Belarusian student
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