Core Viewpoint - Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is gaining popularity and recognition at the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, showcasing its potential as a bridge for health and cultural exchange among SCO member countries [3][5]. Group 1: TCM Promotion and Impact - The TCM therapy point at the SCO Summit is providing services such as pulse diagnosis and massage, attracting international media attention and positive feedback from participants [3]. - Since 2014, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine has collaborated with a Russian medical institution to promote TCM therapies, drawing patients from SCO countries like Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan to Tianjin for treatment [5]. - TCM is not only being practiced but also taught, with Tianjin University establishing long-term partnerships with universities in SCO countries to offer TCM-related courses and training programs [5]. Group 2: Educational Exchange and Cultural Dissemination - International students from SCO countries, such as Mongolia and Pakistan, are studying TCM in Tianjin, with many becoming cultural ambassadors for TCM upon returning to their home countries [7]. - Currently, there are 140 international students from SCO countries at Tianjin University, making up 28% of the total international student population, indicating a growing interest in TCM education [7]. - The increasing collaboration and exchange in TCM are expected to enhance health benefits for the populations of SCO member states [7].