MOSCOW, September 1. /TASS/. The Tianjin summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) featured several significant developments: Chinese President Xi Jinping's initiative on global governance, the announcement of a new development bank for the SCO, and the adoption of the Tianjin Declaration. The event was marked by warm welcomes, including a performance of the Russian folk tune Kalinka-Malinka, and notable diplomatic milestones, such as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first visit to China in seven years. TASS has compiled the key highlights from the discussions held during this important gathering in Tianjin.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Tianjin the day prior, traveling in his official Aurus limousine with Chinese license plates. He made his way to the main pavilion of the Meijiang International Convention and Exhibition Center, walking along a red carpet to a gala reception honoring the heads of delegations. The event was accompanied by the melody of the Russian folk song "Kalinka-Malinka," creating a festive atmosphere.
Guests enjoyed Chinese cuisine and a cultural concert, with particular attention given to the Russian delegation and President Putin, according to Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov. The Russian leader primarily engaged in conversations with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping. "They sat together and had an active, very productive dialogue," Ushakov noted. He added that Putin also discussed recent contacts with the United States.
