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(上合天津峰会)释放动能缩小鸿沟,上合组织《天津宣言》再谈数字经济
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-09-02 06:12

Core Insights - The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) emphasizes the importance of digital economy development as a new driver for national economic growth in the recently released Tianjin Declaration [1][2]. Group 1: E-commerce Cooperation - SCO member states are committed to enhancing e-commerce cooperation, with a projected online retail market size exceeding $3.2 trillion in 2024, accounting for over half of the global market [2]. - China's cross-border e-commerce imports from other member states have increased by 34% year-on-year, indicating a growing influx of quality products through e-commerce channels [2]. - Experts suggest that optimizing e-commerce policies among SCO countries can create a fairer and more predictable environment for cross-border e-commerce [2]. Group 2: Infrastructure Development - The Tianjin Declaration highlights the need for developing digital trade infrastructure, including digital logistics and customs modernization, to ensure stable supply chains [3]. - Significant progress has been made in digital infrastructure since the establishment of the SCO, with improvements in internet penetration rates and connection speeds among member states [3]. - A dual approach is recommended for digital infrastructure development, focusing on regulatory frameworks and advancing technologies like 5G and high-speed internet [3]. Group 3: Bridging the Digital Divide - The declaration addresses the commitment to narrowing the digital divide between developed and developing countries, emphasizing the importance of educational cooperation [4]. - The year 2025 is designated as the Sustainable Development Year for the SCO, with a focus on digital talent cultivation as a key component of sustainable development [4]. - China has initiated the "SCO Tree" digital technology training program, training over 830 individuals from SCO countries, with plans for further international training activities [4].