Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Tianjin, China, on Sunday to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The northern port city of Tianjin is hosting the event, where about 20 world leaders are gathered. The summit is an important regional security meeting, hosted by China’s President Xi Jinping.
The SCO is an alliance of 10 member states, including Russia, China, India, Pakistan, and Iran. The organization focuses on:
- Political cooperation
- Security cooperation
- Economic cooperation
This summit aims to strengthen ties and address global challenges while countering Western influence.
Putin’s visit comes amid ongoing global geopolitical tensions. While in Beijing, he is expected to participate in a military parade alongside leaders including Xi Jinping and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. Putin has criticized what he calls ‘discriminatory‘ sanctions against Russia ahead of his trip.
The summit discussions will likely cover:
- Security cooperation
- Economic development
- Current international issues, such as the conflict in Ukraine
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