Deputy foreign ministers of member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization held consultations in Moscow on Friday, focusing on regional security and developments, including the situation in Afghanistan.
According to a statement released by the Russian Foreign Ministry, the meeting underscored the importance of continued coordination among SCO countries on key regional issues.
Participants reaffirmed their collective support for the establishment of Afghanistan as an independent, neutral, and peaceful state, free from terrorism, war, and drug-related threats.
The consultations also addressed broader regional challenges, with officials exchanging views on security, stability, and cooperation across the SCO space.
The meeting is part of ongoing diplomatic engagements within the SCO framework, aimed at strengthening collaboration among member states and addressing shared concerns, particularly in relation to Afghanistan.
SCO members have repeatedly emphasized the need for a stable Afghanistan, viewing it as essential for long-term security and development in the wider region.
