Aref, the First Vice President, at the meeting of the prime ministers of the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization held in Dushanbe, expressed serious concerns over the military aggressions of the United States and the Zionist regime against Iran, emphasizing the necessity for effective and prudent approaches from the members of this organization. He also referred to the economic consequences of unilateral actions against independent countries and stated: "A sustainable response to common economic threats is not limited to condemning them."
The Necessity of Strengthening Economic Capacities
Aref further added that the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization must strengthen their economic capacities and engage in closer cooperation with each other. He reminded the members that mere condemnation of hostile actions is not enough, and independent countries need to collaborate to enhance economic exchanges and create effective mechanisms for cooperation. This can serve as an appropriate response to economic and military threats.
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International Consequences and Challenges
In this meeting, Aref also referred to international and regional challenges and emphasized the importance of creating a united front against common threats. He stated that independent countries must cooperate with each other and utilize their economic capacities to counter sanctions and aggressions. This cooperation will not only benefit the member countries but also contribute to the stability and security of the region.
The First Vice President, referring to the history of cooperation within the Shanghai Organization, called for a more active role for this organization in the international arena and the strengthening of economic, political, and social cooperation. He believed that the Shanghai Organization could serve as a successful model for regional cooperation, especially in the current conditions where the world faces multiple challenges.
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