The countdown is on for the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin. From August 31 to September 1, 3,000 journalists from around the world will converge at the dedicated media center, transforming it into a hub of innovation, culture and caffeine-fueled creativity.
Step inside and meet the future: AI-powered robots greet reporters with personalized schedules, navigate them through the sprawling space and even offer language-assistance tips. Their lifelike gestures and real-time updates promise to streamline the media experience like never before.
Beyond tech, the media center doubles as a showcase of intangible cultural heritage. Watch traditional paper-cutting artisans at work, sample delicate tea ceremonies and enjoy live performances of folk music. It’s a reminder that global diplomacy often thrives on shared stories and customs.
And when it’s time for a break, journalists can refuel at the coffee zone. Alongside classic brews, the center is debuting "spiritual coffee"—a blend designed for focus and calm, brewed with local beans and infused with herbal notes inspired by Chinese wellness traditions.
As cameras roll and stories unfold, the SCO media center in Tianjin will be a crossroads of tech innovation, cultural exchange and human connection. Stay tuned for live updates from CGTN’s digital reporter Zhang Zhenni, bringing the summit’s surprises straight to your feed.
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