At the SCO Tianjin Summit held in the Chinese mainland city of Tianjin, leaders of the eight member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) issued a joint statement on the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II and the founding of the United Nations. Against the backdrop of global geopolitical shifts, this declaration underscores a renewed commitment to multilateralism, peace, and cooperative solutions.
Marking 80 years since 1945, the summit statement recalls how the end of World War II paved the way for an unprecedented era of international collaboration, embodied by the UN's founding with 51 original members. Today, with 193 members, the UN remains the foremost platform for conflict resolution, sustainable development, and human rights advocacy. SCO leaders affirmed that this legacy is more crucial than ever, citing global challenges such as climate change, digital transformation, and regional security.
"We stand at a historic crossroads, where the memory of past sacrifices must inspire present-day solidarity," the joint statement reads. It calls on all nations and regions to uphold the UN Charter, strengthen global governance, and foster inclusive growth. For young innovators and entrepreneurs, the message is clear: harness technology for sustainable impact, bridge cultural divides, and champion human-centric policies.
As thought leaders and changemakers, emerging-market startups and civil society groups can draw on SCO's focus areas—connectivity, infrastructure, and digital collaboration—to drive progress. Sports fans and pop culture enthusiasts also have a role: international events unite communities, promote understanding, and amplify voices across borders.
Travelers and digital nomads exploring historic sites in Tianjin or beyond are invited to reflect on these anniversaries, sharing stories that celebrate unity in diversity. With data showing a 60 percent increase in cross-border digital exchanges among SCO members since 2015, this summit could be a catalyst for deeper regional ties and global innovation.
At a moment when ideological divides risk overshadowing common goals, the SCO's 80th anniversary statement offers a rallying cry: by learning from history and leveraging collective strengths, a more resilient and connected world is within reach.
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Leaders of SCO member states issue statement on WWII victory, UN founding anniversary
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