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Russian President Vladimir Putin Arrives in Tianjin for SCO Summit

The 25th SCO Summit in Tianjin features leaders discussing enhanced security, economic growth, and multilateralism amid global tensions with over 10 member states and observers present.

  • On August 31, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Tianjin to participate in a regional summit hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping, gathering leaders from over 20 nations.
  • The summit, held from August 31 to September 1 in Tianjin, gathers leaders from over 20 nations to discuss regional security, economic cooperation, and marks the SCO's largest meeting since its 2001 founding.
  • Chinese President Xi Jinping has held bilateral meetings emphasizing multilateralism, friendship, and cooperation, while Putin highlighted strengthening SCO’s ability to address modern challenges and support Eurasian solidarity.
  • Trade between China and SCO member states reached an unprecedented $512.4 billion in 2024, with Putin emphasizing that the summit will enhance regional solidarity and contribute to establishing a more balanced and diverse global power structure.
  • The summit takes place just before a large-scale military celebration in Beijing commemorating the 80th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II, where leaders are anticipated to emphasize their dedication to historical remembrance, peace, and international cooperation.
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CGTN broke the news in Beijing, China on Friday, August 29, 2025.
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