SCO Heads Condemn Terrorism and Adopt Tianjin Declaration at Summit
The 10-member Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin adopted the Tianjin Declaration, strongly condemning terrorism and cross-border movements. Member states, including India, China, and Russia, reaffirmed their commitment to fight separatism and extremism while opposing unilateral coercive measures. India joined in condemning strikes against Iran but remained the only member not to reaffirm support for China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). PM Modi highlighted the need for coordinated action against terror financing and promoted regional connectivity projects like the Chabahar Port and the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
Key Points
- The Tianjin Declaration was signed by all 10 members, calling for an end to cross-border movements of terrorists.
- Member states expressed deep concern over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and called for a just settlement of the Palestinian issue.
- India highlighted its role in connectivity through the Chabahar Port and the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
- The SCO decided to merge dialogue partner and observer statuses into a single 'partner' status, with Laos being the first accepted.
- The summit proposed a Global Governance Initiative (GGI) to promote a more equitable global governance system.
Exam Facts
- Tianjin Declaration 2025
- UN Security Council resolution 2231 regarding Iran
- SCO now consists of 10 members and 17 partners
- International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
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