The 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, hosted by India, resulted in Iran being granted full membership to the organization. Leaders from SCO member states and observers attended the virtual summit, where discussions focused on strengthening relations, combating terrorism, and promoting economic cooperation. Russian President Putin highlighted Iran’s successful membership process and expressed support for Belarus’s accession. Kazakhstan’s President Tokayev emphasized the need for economic projects under the SCO’s auspices, while Uzbekistan’s President Mirziyoyev stressed constructive dialogue and mutual respect. Chinese President Xi called for practical cooperation and peace in the region. The summit concluded with the acceptance of the New Delhi declaration and decisions on combating terrorism, digital transformation, and decarbonization.
Typhoon Kajiki, which struck Vietnam on August 25, has killed 7 people in the country and 1 in Thailand. Authorities reported that 1.6 million people, mostly in Ha Tinh and Nghe An provinces, were left without electricity after power lines were knocked down.
In Vietnam, more than 10,000 homes and offices and 86 hectares of rice fields were submerged, while Hanoi’s streets were heavily flooded. Meteorological officials warned of continued heavy rainfall, raising risks of flooding and landslides.
In Thailand, severe flooding hit eight provinces, affecting 180 families and leaving one person dead.
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