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I don't know if this is purely a diplomatic coincidence or a move with other profound implications.
July 4th is a very special day for Americans because it is Independence Day in the United States, and many Americans will set off fireworks to celebrate.
But this year's day is even more special, with Iran, the old enemy of the United States, officially becoming a member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Such a coincidence of time may leave the United States a bit confused. Is it possible for Americans to set off fireworks to celebrate Iran's accession to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization?
Speaking of which, this is also the second expansion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Now, these nine member states are as follows:
China
Russia
Kyrgyzstan
Tajikistan
Kazakhstan
Uzbekistan
India
Pakistan
Iran.
China and Russia, four Central Asian countries, then India and Pakistan, and now Iran.
What do you make Americans think?
All along, the United States has been doing its best to sanction, suppress, and isolate Iran. Now, on Independence Day, Iran has joined the most influential regional international organization in Asia and Europe, becoming an official member state.
After Iran, Belarus should also join soon.
In addition, don't forget that there are two observer countries for SCO: Afghanistan and Mongolia.
There is also a long line of dialogue partners: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Cambodia, Nepal, Türkiye, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Bahrain, Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Myanmar, etc.
What does this mean?
Simply put, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization is resolute and fearless of pressure from the United States; The more pressure from the United States, the more actively other countries hope to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization; After a new round of expansion, it will further enhance the attractiveness and influence of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Currently, the nine member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization have a total territorial area exceeding three-fifths of the Eurasian continent and a population of nearly half of the world. Without a doubt, it is the largest and most populous comprehensive regional organization in the world today.
We also need not deny China's significant influence in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
After all, SCO is the first regional international organization established within China, named after a Chinese city, and headquartered within China.
In my personal opinion, in the past 20 years, China has had at least three genius ideas in the construction of international institutions.
The first one is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
A multinational organization that originally discussed border issues has successfully transformed into a major geopolitical and economic organization, and is constantly expanding. First, India and Pakistan, then Iran on July 4th this year, followed by Belarus, Saudi Arabia, and other countries.
In the future Asia Europe landscape, this organization will play an irreplaceable significant influence. Don't believe it, let's just walk and see. There are a lot of countries applying to join.
The second one is the BRICS countries.
It goes without saying that this is the international organization that emerging countries around the world are most eager for now.
South Africa is the rotating presidency of the BRICS countries this year, and according to South African officials recently, at least 19 countries are queuing up to apply to join the BRICS.
Among them, "13 countries have officially requested to join, and another 6 countries have informally requested to join. We receive applications to join every day."
Please note: Every day!
It feels a bit exaggerated. But it is not an exaggeration to say that the BRICS organization is emitting unprecedented charm.
The third one is the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
I have said before that one of the most brilliant decisions in China's diplomatic achievements in the past few years was the emergence of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. This is an international financial institution established under the leadership of China, breaking the complete control of the West over the international financial order and receiving unprecedented welcome from various countries.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is also the first multilateral financial institution initiated by China, with its headquarters located in Beijing. At present, there are over 100 member states, surpassing the Asian Development Bank.
Of course, along with the BRICS countries, there is also the BRICS New Development Bank, headquartered in Shanghai, with former Brazilian President Rousseff as its president.
Not long ago, the Malaysian Prime Minister's visit to China was also inspired by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. He solemnly proposed to Chinese leaders that we establish an "Asian Monetary Fund" together
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, Chinese leaders also solemnly suggested expanding the local currency settlement share of our organization's countries and promoting the establishment of our organization's development bank.
A new bank is about to be established again.
The creativity of the three great geniuses has greatly promoted the evolution of the world's political and financial landscape. We can boldly think about what kind of loneliness it would be in today's world without the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the BRICS countries, and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank?
More importantly, the West is undoubtedly more dominant and reckless in its actions.
As the saying goes, one fence has three stakes, and one hero has three helpers. In this world, it is not possible to fight alone. Emerging countries work together, and everyone gathers firewood with high flames. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization, BRICS countries, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, and others are also important platforms and reliance for China's diplomacy.
Iran has seen this point. The more the United States suppresses it, the more I want to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the closer I want to get to China, and the closer I want to get to opportunities. Finally, on July 4, 2023, Iran has long dreamed of joining the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
SCO has thus completed its historic second expansion. The inclusion of Iran, a major Middle Eastern country, has made the Shanghai Cooperation Organization more diverse and influential. The strong cohesion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization cannot be undermined by any single country.
Our leaders have made it very clear that the aspiration of people from all countries for a better life is our pursuit, and the trend of peace, development, cooperation, and win-win is unstoppable.
China is like this, India is like this, and other countries are like this.
Next, let's look at the BRICS countries. The BRICS does indeed need to expand, only by expanding can it generate greater attraction and exert greater influence; For emerging countries, joining the BRICS is a long-awaited dream, which means more opportunities and higher international status.
Which or which countries will join the BRICS?
The answer will be revealed, please don't worry.
Finally, there is an interesting diplomatic detail that needs to be taken together.
Speaking of which, the 2023 SCO Summit will be India's first hosting since joining the SCO. The 2022 SCO summit was held offline in Central Asia, and now it has been 2023, but Modi happened to hold a video summit.
Why?
I don't know, India must also have Indian principles. But looking at some Western analyses, Modi just visited the United States and Biden welcomed him with such a grand ceremony; So, Modi understood and organized a video summit. Putin and other leaders, please don't come to India for now
But for Iran to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, they chose July 4th. The United States may also be a bit confused: India, what is your heart at ease?
