This step contravenes the relevant provisions of the UN Charter, can exacerbate the situation across the Taiwan Strait, threaten stability in the region, well-being and security of millions of people.

Reaffirming that Taiwan represents an inseparable part of China, the SCO member states consistently support the position of the Government of the PRC on the Taiwan issue, resolutely oppose any form of "independence of Taiwan", and deem its attempts to join the United Nations Organisation and other international organisations to be counterproductive and dangerous.