Chinese President Xi Jinping's Message to the Green Development Forum of SCO Countries

In a congratulatory letter to the Green Development Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the shared commitment of SCO member states to environmental protection and green development. He highlighted China's unwavering pursuit of a sustainable development model that prioritizes ecological well-being alongside economic growth and improved living standards.

President Xi expressed China's desire to leverage the forum as a platform for strengthening communication and cooperation on green development with all participating countries. He emphasized the forum's potential to contribute to the sustainable economic and social development of all member states, while fostering a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature.

Xi Jinping also acknowledged the SCO's role as a model for new forms of international relations and regional cooperation. As the current rotating president of the SCO, China stands ready to collaborate with all member states in upholding the Shanghai Spirit. This spirit emphasizes unity, coordination, and the pursuit of green development, ultimately aiming to build an even closer SCO community with a shared future.

The Green Development Forum of SCO Countries commenced on Monday in Qingdao, a coastal city in China's Shandong Province. The forum serves as a platform for member states to discuss and collaborate on strategies for achieving sustainable development and environmental protection within the SCO region.