Over the course of twenty-four years, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization has undergone a significant process of formation and development, becoming an integral component of the modern international relations system.

At the contemporary stage, the development of constructive relations with China has become one of the key priorities of the foreign policy of the Central Asian countries. In recent years, these countries have achieved a high degree of political trust and stable economic interaction.

On September 1, 2025, during the SCO Plus format meeting held in Tianjin, China, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized that in today’s turbulent international environment, the SCO is becoming a reliable foundation for ensuring a stable and just world order.