Tokayev proposes accelerating Eurasian transport-logistics framework at SCO summit

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Tokayev proposes accelerating Eurasian transport-logistics framework at SCO summit

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed accelerating the creation of a modern Eurasian transport and logistics framework at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of State meeting. He called for the development and adoption of an SCO Transport Interconnectivity Strategy through 2035. Tokayev also proposed establishing an SCO network of artificial intelligence centers.

Key Facts

Tokayev proposed the creation of a Unified SCO Transit Digital Platform for seamless cargo tracking from origin to final recipient.
Kazakhstan joined as a founding member of the World Organization for Artificial Intelligence Cooperation, initiated by China, in 2026.
Tokayev proposed establishing an SCO network of AI centers involving leading universities, research institutions, and technology companies.
The SCO summit was held in Kyrgyzstan, with Tokayev thanking President Sadyr Japarov for hospitality.
Tokayev congratulated Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan on the 35th anniversary of their independence.

Transport and Logistics Proposals

Tokayev emphasized that the geographical connectivity of states is a strategic advantage of the SCO. Kazakhstan attaches great importance to linking the Belt and Road Initiative, the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, the North-South corridor, and prospective trade routes between Central and South Asia. Tokayev supported digitalization of customs procedures, mutual recognition of electronic documents, and the application of green corridor principles. He proposed the creation of a Unified SCO Transit Digital Platform for seamless cargo tracking from origin to final recipient. Tokayev called for the development and adoption of an SCO Transport Interconnectivity Strategy through 2035.

Technological and AI Cooperation

Tokayev stated that the rapid development of artificial intelligence and digital technologies requires SCO countries to adopt forward-looking solutions. He suggested that SCO states could accelerate the transition from experience exchange to joint technology creation and competency building, forming their own AI ecosystem. Kazakhstan joined as a founding member of the World Organization for AI Cooperation, initiated by China, in 2026. Tokayev proposed establishing an SCO network of AI centers involving leading universities, research institutions, and technology companies.

SCO Reform and Anniversary

Tokayev highlighted the relevance of reforming the SCO and proposed entrusting this work to foreign policy agencies. He noted that over a quarter century, the SCO has grown from the Shanghai Five into a major international organization spanning much of Eurasia and uniting nearly half of humanity. Tokayev congratulated Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan on the 35th anniversary of their independence. He expressed gratitude to Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and the Kyrgyz people for warm hospitality and high-level organization of the event.

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Tokayev proposes accelerating Eurasian transport-logistics framework at SCO summit

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Tokayev proposes accelerating Eurasian transport-logistics framework at SCO summit

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Transport and Logistics Proposals

Technological and AI Cooperation

SCO Reform and Anniversary

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