International Youth Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states held in Tajikistan
Summary and context
In Tajikistan, on 2026-10-12 and 2026-10-13, an International Youth Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states was held on youth cooperation for a sustainable future, water, glaciers and climate.
An International Youth Forum of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member states was held in the Republic of Tajikistan as part of events marking the 35th anniversary of the Tajikistan Youth Union. The forum, held on the initiative of the Committee for Youth Affairs and Sports under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan and the Tajikistan Youth Union, brought together representatives of youth structures, state bodies, experts, researchers and active young people.
Participants discussed water resources, glacier protection, the impact of climate change, the green economy and the expansion of youth cooperation. Delegates shared experience from their countries, while a representative of the SCO Secretariat underlined the importance of the topics under discussion.
A ceremonial event marking the 35th anniversary of the Tajikistan Youth Union was also held in Dushanbe’s Kohi Surush on 2026-10-12, and an educational familiarisation visit to the city of Nurek was arranged for foreign delegations on 2026-10-13. The report links these events to Tajikistan’s water and climate initiatives and to youth involvement in sustainable development.