Leaders of Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, as well as CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov, are participating in the meeting. Participants are reviewing the results of joint work during the Russian chairmanship.
Agenda and Key Issues
The meeting focuses primarily on improving the collective security system. Discussed topics include the development of Collective Aviation Forces, strengthening air defense, counter-terrorism, and ensuring biological security. The status of Armenia, which previously froze its participation in the organization and ceased paying membership dues, was also on the agenda.
Expected Documents and Personnel Decisions
Following the summit, several important documents are expected to be signed, including the final declaration of the Collective Security Council and a new CSTO Counter-Terrorism Strategy through 2030. Additionally, an action plan for the organization's upcoming anniversaries will be approved.
A decision will also be made regarding the change of the CSTO chairmanship. As of January 1, 2027, the chairmanship functions will pass from Russia to Tajikistan. Tajik President Emomali Rahmon will present the organization's priority areas for the following year to his colleagues.
Context
The Collective Security Treaty Organization was founded on May 15, 1992.
