During the summit, eight significant agreements were signed, focusing on issues like the SCO’s budget, the operations of its secretariat, and regional counterterrorism efforts.
These agreements signed on Wednesday highlight the organisation’s commitment to cooperation in areas such as security, trade, and economic development.
The summit, chaired by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, also saw member states reaffirm their dedication to promoting regional peace, political stability, and socio-economic cooperation.
In addition, the leaders recognised the need for enhanced cooperation in science, technology, digital economy, and information security.
The summit participants supported UN General Assembly resolutions aimed at promoting global peace and development.
The summit, held under tight security, welcomed leaders and representatives from across the region, focusing on strengthening regional cooperation and trade.
Upon his arrival earlier in the day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was greeted by senior officials before delivering his opening remarks to the SCO Council of Heads of Government, as reported by Express news. Among the key attendees were Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, and leaders from Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Iran. India was represented by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, while Mongolia participated as an observer, represented by its Prime Minister. As the summit progressed, discussions centred on critical regional issues, including trade, security, and cooperation among SCO member states.
