(上合天津峰会)挖掘新机遇 上合组织经贸往来活力强劲
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-08-30 02:41

Core Insights - The trade volume between China and other Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member countries has consistently surpassed the billion-dollar mark, reaching an estimated $512.4 billion in 2024, marking a historical high [1][2]. Trade Growth - Trade data indicates robust economic vitality within the SCO, with China's imports and exports to SCO countries amounting to 2.11 trillion yuan in the first seven months of the year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3% [2]. - In the agricultural sector, exports of agricultural machinery and pesticide formulations from China to SCO countries increased by 47.8% and 30.3% respectively, while imports of agricultural products rose by 6.2% [2]. Logistics and Supply Chain - The launch of the "SCO Express" train service has significantly reduced cross-border transportation times for Chinese appliances to Russia, cutting the transit time to 14 days, which is nearly a 30% improvement [1]. - The establishment of sea-rail intermodal transport at Tianjin Port has enhanced the efficiency of regional trade, facilitating the movement of goods like grain and automobiles to the Asia-Pacific market [1]. New Business Opportunities - The rise of new business models, particularly in cross-border e-commerce, has seen a 34% year-on-year increase in imports from SCO countries in 2024, with local e-commerce platforms enhancing services to cater to local consumers [3]. - Direct investment from China in SCO member countries has exceeded $40 billion, with investments increasingly shifting towards digital economy and green development sectors [4]. Technological and Infrastructure Development - Chinese enterprises are actively involved in infrastructure projects, such as the construction of a 5G network in Kyrgyzstan, which has increased internet penetration from 43% to 70% [4]. - The ongoing construction of a 263 MW solar power project in Uzbekistan is expected to generate over 570,000 MWh annually upon completion [4].