International experts have lauded Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Astana, highlighting its significant role in fostering global peace and cooperation.
Yersultan Zhanseitov, a senior researcher at the Institute of World Economics and Politics, emphasized that Xi's address underscored the importance of the \"Shanghai Spirit,\" which rejects bloc confrontation and promotes cooperation based on mutual respect. \"Building a new and fair world order requires adhering to the principle of mutual respect, which is also in line with the concept of building a community with a shared future for mankind, proposed by Xi,\" Zhanseitov stated.
Andrei Kortunov, the academic director of the Russian International Affairs Council, praised Xi's three global initiatives: the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative. He believes these initiatives will drive the SCO's development and influence. \"China's presidency of the SCO will push forward not only the security agenda but also the development agenda,\" Kortunov remarked.
Farhat Asif, president of the Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies, agreed with Xi's perspective, asserting that the SCO stands on the right side of history. He added, \"The organization delivers a message of cooperation, dialogue, and common development.\"
Experts also voiced confidence in the SCO's growing global influence, attributing it to the recognition of the \"Shanghai Spirit\" by more countries. Chea Monyrith, president of the Chinese Cambodian Evolution Researcher Association, noted, \"President Xi proposed fostering a sense of a community with a shared future. Relevant initiatives have become an important mechanism for mutual support and cooperation among SCO members.\"
Srdan Milivojevic, a Serbian politician, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the importance of solidarity and cooperation for the SCO's success. He expressed high expectations for China's presidency, stating, \"We expect China to better promote genuine multilateralism on the international stage on behalf of developing countries.\"
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Experts: Xi's speech at SCO summit helps promote world peace
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