"Foundation of the SCO back to 2001 as the structure that prioritizes fighting terrorist, extremist and separatist forces was a timely response of the SCO member states to the tendencies of that period. September 9 events that shook the world and changed the architecture of the international and regional security became the indisputable proof”, he added.

“We have built a solid contractual base and Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure, maintain close contacts between the competent bodies, conduct counterterrorism exercises, and exchange corresponding information on persons and organizations accessory to extremist, terrorist and extremist activities. Besides, we witness enhanced cooperation in fight against drug and arms trafficking, transnational crime, illegal migration," the President stressed.