| Summary/Abstract |
Unlike the multilateral institutions of the past formed by hegemons in accordance with their interests, the multilateral format of the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) has given anew impetus to inclusive multilateral regional cooperation. In order to promote inclusive cooperation in Eurasia, the SCO member states have formulated strategic plans for cooperation in the main subregions and key areas of the organization's activities. New SCO plans to intensify cooperation consider the principle of inclusiveness and promote a system of compatibility of interests among members. Considering the relatively vague and "blurred" forms of cooperation existing among the member states, a quantitative increase in the SCO membership can both create new challenges and contribute to the emergence of new interaction formats. Thus, the introduction of new forms of "small multilateralism" may become relevant for enhancing the effectiveness of the SCO.
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