Mirziyoyev proposes SCO-2040 concept and industrial cooperation map
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Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed developing a SCO-2040 concept and an industrial cooperation map at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek on September 1. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for a SCO transport strategy through 2035 and a unified digital transit platform. The summit, chaired by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, brought together leaders of China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Iran, Belarus, Tajikistan, and other member states.
Key Facts
- Mirziyoyev proposed developing a conceptual vision 'SCO-2040: a common space for development' aimed at free exchange of investments, technologies, and knowledge.
- Tokayev proposed developing and adopting a SCO transport interconnectivity strategy through 2035.
- Uzbekistan is implementing more than 1,500 joint projects with SCO countries.
- Tokayev supported creating a unified SCO digital transit platform for seamless cargo tracking from origin to final recipient.
- The summit was attended by leaders of China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Iran, Belarus, Tajikistan, and other SCO member states.
Uzbek Proposals
Mirziyoyev proposed developing a conceptual vision 'SCO-2040: a common space for development'. The concept aims to create an interconnected and sustainable space with free exchange of investments, technologies, and knowledge. He also proposed creating an SCO industrial cooperation map that would unite special economic zones, production processes, sales markets, and logistics. Mirziyoyev called for moving from agreeing on common principles to the practical launch of the SCO Development Bank.
Kazakh Transport Initiative
Tokayev proposed developing and adopting an SCO transport interconnectivity strategy through 2035. He supported digitalization of customs procedures, mutual recognition of electronic documents, and application of 'green corridors'. Tokayev suggested creating a unified SCO digital transit platform for seamless cargo tracking from origin to final recipient. Kazakhstan attaches great importance to linking the Belt and Road Initiative, the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, the North-South corridor, and promising trade routes between Central and South Asia.
Summit Context
The summit was chaired by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Bishkek on September 1. Leaders of China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Iran, Belarus, Tajikistan, and other SCO member states attended. Mirziyoyev noted the meeting took place amid growing geopolitical division, trust deficit, escalating conflicts, and erosion of international law. He expressed particular concern over the situation in the Middle East and called for restoring dialogue and reducing tensions in the region.
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Mirziyoyev proposes SCO-2040 concept and industrial cooperation map
