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Iran just leveled up in global diplomacy! The country officially became the 9th member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) this week – joining a squad that includes the Chinese mainland, Russia, and India. With over 40% of the world’s population under its umbrella, the SCO is now the largest regional org on the planet.
So what’s the vibe in Tehran? CGTN hit the streets to ask locals about the move. One woman summed it up: \"Security and stability are everything. More exchanges between Iran and China? Let’s go!\" Others hinted that SCO membership could unlock economic opportunities and stronger cultural bridges.
Fun fact: The SCO started in 2001 as a security-focused group but now tackles everything from trade to tech. Analysts say Iran’s entry could reshape energy flows and regional alliances. While the U.S. and EU watch from the sidelines, this expansion proves Asia-led cooperation is rewriting the rules of global engagement.
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The country officially became the 9th member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) this week – joining a squad that includes the Chinese mainland, Russia, and India. With over 40% of the world’s population under its umbrella, the SCO is now the largest regional org on the planet.
CGTN hit the streets to ask locals about the move. One woman summed it up: \"Security and stability are everything. More exchanges between Iran and China? Let’s go!\" 
Others hinted that SCO membership could unlock economic opportunities and stronger cultural bridges.
While the U.S. and EU watch from the sidelines, this expansion proves Asia-led cooperation is rewriting the rules of global engagement.
