Mamatkanov noted that Kyrgyzstan consistently upholds the principles of mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation, respect for diverse civilizations and pursuit of common development, which constitute the core of the "Shanghai Spirit."
SCO Deputy Secretary-General Piao Yangfan said that over the 25 years since the organization's founding, SCO member states have accumulated valuable experience in promoting the fusion of civilizations and achieved fruitful results.
She expressed hope that all SCO member states will continue demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility, uphold the principles of equality, respect, mutual appreciation, and inclusiveness, actively promote mutual understanding and friendship among their peoples, and play a leading role in preserving and innovatively developing civilizations, as well as in advancing dialogue and integration among civilizations.
The event also included the launching ceremonies of several joint projects and the collective signing of cooperation agreements among SCO media outlets, as well as a series of roundtable discussions. Participants listened to performers of the Kyrgyz epic Manas, visited a digital archaeological exhibition showcasing the ancient Chinese Liangzhu culture and an art exhibition.
The event was jointly organized by China's State Council Information Office, the SCO Secretariat, Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, China International Communications Group and the Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan.
