Heads of state from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) gathered in Tianjin on September 1, 2025, to solidify a strategic alliance focused on blockchain technology, big data, cloud computing, and the digital economy. The 10 member states, including China, Russia, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Pakistan, pledged collaboration on these key areas. President Xi Jinping of China and Russian President Vladimir Putin underscored the importance of technological security and cooperation during the summit. emphasis was placed on technology-driven growth for a secure digital future, with focus on cloud computing, big data, blockchain, and the Internet of Things.