Core Insights - The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is enhancing cooperation in connectivity, trade, and digital technology, fostering a path of mutual benefit and common prosperity for regional development [1][2][3] Connectivity and Trade - The "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan" international freight train service has significantly reduced logistics time from 20 days to approximately 10 days, cutting transportation costs and insurance by 30% [2] - Trade volume between China and other SCO member states is projected to reach approximately $512.4 billion in 2024, accounting for 8.3% of China's total foreign trade [3] - The SCO has seen a rise in the number of international freight trains, with over 110,000 trains operated by June this year, ensuring stable supply chains in the region [2] Investment Cooperation - China's investment stock in SCO member countries exceeds $84 billion, with a focus on traditional sectors like oil and gas, as well as emerging fields such as digital economy and green development [5] - Major investment projects include the China-Kazakhstan agricultural integration project and the Uzbekistan automotive factory by BYD, showcasing the vitality and resilience of SCO cooperation [5][6] Financial Collaboration - The SCO has strengthened financial cooperation through currency swap agreements and the establishment of the SCO Banking Union, which supports local projects and enhances regional economic development [6] Digital Economy and Technology - The SCO countries are increasingly integrating digital economy strategies into their national plans, with China proposing initiatives like the establishment of a big data cooperation center and a digital education alliance [7][8] - Numerous digital technology applications have emerged, such as automated cross-border freight systems and secure electronic signature channels, enhancing trade efficiency [8]