URGENT UPDATE: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Media and Think Tank Summit is currently underway in Zhengzhou, China, emphasizing the crucial role of the Shanghai Spirit in fostering media and academic collaboration. The summit kicked off on July 26, 2025, and will conclude on July 30, 2025, gathering over 400 representatives from nearly 200 media outlets, think tanks, and government agencies from SCO member states and beyond.
During the plenary session on Friday, officials highlighted the need for unified efforts to advance exchange and cooperation within the SCO framework. Mo Gaoyi, deputy head of the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, urged participants to actively promote the Shanghai Spirit. As the SCO Summit in Tianjin approaches, this gathering is deemed essential for building a closer community with a shared future, Mo stated.
The summit is co-hosted by Xinhua News Agency, the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), and the Henan provincial government, under the guidance of the State Council Information Office. Notably, Fu Hua, president of Xinhua, expressed a commitment to leveraging media and think tank strengths to align with the SCO’s common aspirations for joint development.
In a significant contribution, a congratulatory letter from Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov was read, emphasizing the vital role of media and think tanks in fostering trust and showcasing SCO culture. Japarov expressed optimism that the summit would inspire new ideas for promoting peace and sustainable development.
The summit has already released key documents, including the SCO Media and Think Tank Summit Zhengzhou Consensus and a report titled “In Joint Stewardship of the Treasures of Human Civilization,” focusing on China’s cultural heritage protection in the new era.
As discussions continue, observers are keenly watching how the outcomes of this summit will influence the future of SCO collaboration. For those interested in the evolving dynamics of international cooperation, this event promises to generate substantial insights and initiatives.
Stay tuned for further updates as the summit progresses, and share this vital information to keep others informed about developments shaping our world today.
