SCO members’ common stance on global challenges

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The world is in a state of uncertainty and change, with an increasing number of threats to peace and security – the Ukrainian crisis, the Syrian conflict and the DPRK nuclear issue, to name just a few. On these concerns, members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) share a common perspective and have been coordinating closely on a way forward.

They support the 2015 Minsk agreement, and on the basis of which seek a solution to the Ukrainian crisis.

Photo shows Zhanqiao Pier, the first man-made military loading pier in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province. /CGTN photo

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.

The 18th SCO Summit is scheduled for June 9-10 in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province. /VCG Photo

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 Qingdao summit, the leaders are expected to exchange views on these issues and roll out more cooperation measures.