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The News
The leaders of China, Russia, and India are among the heads of state gathering in Kyrgyzstan for the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The summit is celebrating its 25 years in existence. Although the group is billed as a counterweight to US global influence, it is not the case for all participating countries.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization aims to enhance economic and security cooperation among member states, enabling it to act as an anti-Western, particularly anti-American, influence. In a broader context, this summit offers participating countries an opportunity to bolster their strategic interests in the region and address shared security challenges.
