Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun convened a series of bilateral meetings on Wednesday in Qingdao City on the eastern coast of the Chinese mainland, engaging with his counterparts from Belarus, Iran, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia. The discussions were held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defense Ministers Meeting, which runs through Thursday.
Each session offered a chance to explore shared defense goals and build rapport across regions. From modern conference rooms to Qingdao City’s historic waterfront, ministers exchanged views on collaborative pathways to regional stability.
These one-on-one talks underscore the SCO’s focus on dialogue and cooperation. Participants are expected to align on priorities and lay groundwork for future joint initiatives, reinforcing the momentum of the multilateral forum.
As the meeting wraps up on Thursday, all eyes will be on any joint statements or action plans that emerge. For global citizens, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, these high-level exchanges offer insights into the evolving landscape of regional defense partnerships.
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