At the SCO Plus meeting in Tianjin, President Xi Jinping announced that China will host and guarantee the success of three major Shanghai Cooperation Organization forums: the Political Parties Forum, the Green and Sustainable Development Forum, and the Traditional Medicine Forum. These events aim to strengthen cross-border ties, foster eco-friendly innovation, and revive centuries-old healing practices across SCO members.
But beyond diplomacy, China unveiled an ambitious health drive. Over the next five years, it will treat 500 patients with congenital heart disease, perform 5,000 cataract surgeries, and conduct 10,000 cancer screenings for fellow SCO countries. For young global citizens tracking real-world impact, these numbers mean access to life-changing care in regions where medical resources can be scarce.
Data-driven cooperation like this could reshape sustainable development. Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts are already eyeing new green projects sparked by the forum’s agenda, while activists see a platform for amplifying human rights and health equity. Meanwhile, digital nomads and travelers might benefit from stronger people-to-people ties and cultural exchanges born out of these gatherings.
As the world watches, the success of these forums could set a new standard for international collaboration—where policy meets practice, tradition meets innovation, and global challenges find local solutions. What role will you play in this evolving story of diplomacy and development?
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