As regional connectivity continues to advance, the construction and building materials industry is embracing new opportunities for international cooperation.

“The people’s aspiration for a better life is our goal, and the trend towards peace, development, cooperation, and mutual benefit is unstoppable.”

Today, China and SCO member states are promoting practical cooperation in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, healthcare, and other fields, not only improving people’s livelihoods but also bringing unprecedented opportunities for industries such as the fiberglass industry and fiberglass mesh manufacturers.

01 Interconnectivity: Infrastructure Cooperation Lays the Foundation for Development

Over the past 24 years, the SCO has grown into the world’s largest comprehensive regional cooperation organization in terms of coverage, accounting for nearly a quarter of the global economy. Interconnectivity serves as a critical pillar of regional collaboration and has directly spurred growth in the building materials and construction sectors.

The launch of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, the upgraded China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, and the operation of the China-Russia Heihe Highway Bridge are among the many infrastructure projects enhancing regional logistics and transportation networks.

These initiatives have significantly facilitated trade and personnel exchanges while creating new market opportunities for high-performance building materials such as fiberglass mesh. Especially in exterior wall insulation and road reinforcement, alkali-resistant fiberglass mesh is increasingly becoming the material of choice for regional infrastructure projects due to its superior performance.

02 People-Centered Projects: Technical Cooperation Drives Industrial Upgrading

Under the push for “small yet impactful” livelihood projects, cooperation in cross-border logistics, agricultural technology, and healthcare continues to deepen.

For example, at the China-Uzbekistan Modern Agricultural Technology Demonstration Park in Uzbekistan’s Syr Darya region, the introduction of high-quality Chinese seedlings and planting techniques has significantly boosted local agricultural productivity. In the construction sector, China and SCO countries are also actively engaged in exchanges on new building material production technologies.

Several Chinese fiberglass mesh manufacturers have built a reputation in the SCO market thanks to their mature production processes and continuous innovation. These manufacturers not only export products but also help local enterprises improve manufacturing capabilities through technical collaboration, achieving mutual benefits.

03 Green Transformation: Material Opportunities in Sustainable Development

The year 2025 will be the “Year of Sustainable Development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.” As the rotating chair, China will lead a series of cooperative projects in green low-carbon initiatives and the digital economy.

Green building and sustainable infrastructure have become key focus areas. Environmentally friendly fiberglass mesh, as an energy-saving building material, plays a vital role in enhancing structural integrity and thermal insulation, making it increasingly popular in green construction projects.

“Green transformation is key to sustainable development, inclusive growth, and regional stability,” said Mariam, Secretary-General of the Iran-China Chamber of Commerce. Against the backdrop of deepening regional energy transition and green cooperation, high-performance building materials are embracing broad prospects.

04 Education Empowerment: Talent Development Supports the Industry’s Future

Cooperation is not just about the flow of equipment and products but also the sharing of knowledge and skills. In recent years, China has promoted the “Luban Workshop” in multiple SCO countries, focusing on vocational education and technical training.

The courses cover practical fields such as infrastructure, numerical control, and cloud computing, training a large number of technical professionals for local communities. This includes training on building material application techniques, which helps improve regional construction quality and standardize material usage.

Groups of young people from Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and other countries are becoming the backbone of their nations’ infrastructure development by learning Chinese technologies.

With the signing of the “Silk Road Express” cooperation memorandum and the continuous expansion of China-Europe Railway Express routes, logistics and trade channels among SCO countries are becoming more efficient.

Cross-regional building material export cooperation is increasingly frequent, and Chinese fiberglass mesh manufacturers are becoming an essential part of the regional supply chain with their high-quality products and innovative technologies.

In the future, under the guidance of the “Shanghai Spirit,” China and SCO countries will further deepen cooperation, bringing more tangible benefits and convenience to people’s lives while creating broader development prospects for the fiberglass industry and the building materials sector.

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