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Erdogan Signals Turkey’s Interest in Joining China‑Russia‑Led SCO
WHY IT MATTERS
Turkey’s possible full SCO membership would broaden its security partnerships, potentially reshaping alliances in Eurasia and increasing the bloc’s geopolitical reach.
What happened
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Bishkek on Tuesday, where he stated that Turkey would consider full membership of the China‑ and Russia‑led security bloc. Turkey currently holds dialog partner status with the SCO.
Erdogan’s remarks suggest a potential shift in Turkey’s strategic alignment, opening the possibility for the country to deepen ties with Beijing and Moscow and broaden its role in Eurasian security cooperation.
The move could alter regional security dynamics and expand the SCO’s influence.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Erdogan says Turkey would consider full membership of China-, Russia-led security bloc
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