The Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Tianjin, China, brought together over 20 world leaders, including Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi, and Vladimir Putin, highlighting the growing influence of a multipolar world order in contrast to U.S. dominance.
Modi's first visit to China in seven years symbolizes a renewed commitment to mending ties between India and China, focusing on restoring trade and resolving long-standing border disputes.
Xi and Modi emphasized cooperation, with Xi likening their nations to a "dragon" and an "elephant" that must unite to navigate global challenges and pressures from the West.
Putin reiterated the importance of solidarity among Russia, China, and India, illustrating a collective stance against Western sanctions and tariffs.
The summit served as a platform to discuss regional security, economic partnerships, and mutual trust, emphasizing the necessity of collaboration among nations in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.
As leaders convene amidst rising tensions between the U.S. and other global powers, the SCO summit underscores the shifting dynamics of international relations, reflecting a shared ambition for a more balanced and cooperative global future.
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