Tajikistan hosts SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting

President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government in Dushanbe. During the summit, President Rahmon met with various heads of delegations to discuss strengthening the organization's role in regional peace, stability, and sustainable development.

In a bilateral meeting, President Rahmon met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. The leaders discussed expanding economic cooperation, noting that trade turnover between Tajikistan and China exceeded $2.5 billion from January to August. Key areas for future joint projects include industry, energy, transport, infrastructure, agriculture, and the implementation of modern technologies such as artificial intelligence.

President Rahmon also emphasized the importance of the SCO as a platform for constructive dialogue and called for enhanced cooperation in the digital economy, green technologies, and food security. He highlighted Tajikistan's initiative to proclaim 2027–2036 as the International Decade for Strengthening Peace for Future Generations.