Ahead of the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov has reiterated Russia's commitment to strengthening the organization's potential and global standing. The summit, scheduled for Sunday and Monday, will feature discussions on global and regional issues, with a focus on leveraging the SCO's capabilities.

• Over 20 documents and decisions, including the SCO Development Strategy through 2035 and the Tianjin Declaration, are expected to be adopted.
• The SCO, established in 2001, now has 10 member states, two observer states, and 14 dialogue partners from Asia, Europe, and Africa.
• Morgulov emphasized that the SCO is not a military alliance and does not force members to choose sides, promoting principles of equality, consensus, and mutual benefit.