Over the years, SCO members have been united on major international issues. They share a common stance on several global challenges. In Qingdao this week, they worked to implement more effective measures to safeguard peace and stability in the region. Neighbors and partners. 

The SCO member states stand united on a wide range of key international issues. Meanwhile, the SCO also stands behind the Syrian people in determining the future of their own country. They say Syria's sovereignty must be respected, and Western missile attacks on government positions only worsen the situation there.  

On Iran's nuclear program, the SCO supports the full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action reached in 2015 between Tehran and six world powers. Regarding Afghanistan, the eight-member organization is looking for more cooperation within the United Nations to form a political solution to the ongoing unrest.

On the South China Sea issue, the members want to see disputes being resolved through negotiations and are against outside intervention. Meanwhile, China and Russia -- both founding members of the SCO -- have been pushing for negotiations to achieve denuclearization and stability on the Korean Peninsula.  During the upcoming Qingdao summit, the leaders are expected to exchange views on these issues and roll out more cooperation measures.