Wang Yi Attends Shanghai Cooperation Organization Meeting in Astana
On May 21, 2024, Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the assembly of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the member international locations of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Astana.
During the assembly, Wang Yi highlighted the significance of the “Shanghai Spirit” which emphasizes mutual belief, mutual help, equality, session, respect for various civilizations, and the pursuit of widespread improvement. He additionally addressed the challenges confronted by the worldwide group, together with the pursuit of hegemony by a number of international locations and the disruption of world markets by creating small circles.
Wang Yi proposed 4 recommendations for the member international locations of the SCO:
1. Adhere to strategic independence and preserve unity and cooperation.
2. Insist on sharing security and danger and enhance the extent of cooperation.
3. Promote inclusive win-win outcomes and empower the event of cooperation.
4. Maintain openness and inclusiveness and deepen mutual change and studying.
The overseas ministers of the taking part international locations additionally mentioned the progress achieved by the SCO and agreed to strengthen cooperation within the political, financial, and safety sectors. They condemned all types of terrorism and expressed their dedication to sustaining peace and stability within the area.
Before the assembly, a second of silence was held for the tragic loss of life of Iran’s President Raisi and Foreign Minister Abdullahhiyan. Wang Yi additionally had joint conferences with President Tokayev of Kazakhstan and met with a number of overseas ministers from Russia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
The assembly concluded with preparations for the upcoming Astana Conference in July, the place additional discussions on cooperation and peace will happen. Wang Yi expressed China’s dedication to selling equitable and orderly international commerce and fostering a society with a shared future for mankind.
Overall, the assembly reaffirmed the significance of cooperation and unity amongst SCO member international locations in addressing international challenges and selling sustainable improvement.