Xi calls for peace and development in address

President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday that the trend of peace, development and win-win cooperation is unstoppable.

Xi made the remarks when addressing the 23rd meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization via video conference in Beijing.

He underlined the need for SCO countries to strengthen strategic communication and collaboration, advocate dialogue to address differences and promote cooperation to avoid competition.

Xi also called for respecting each other's core interests and firmly supporting each other in achieving development and revitalization.