<h1>SCO Secretary-General Calls for Multilateral Visa Facilitation and Humanitarian Aid Fund to Boost Tourism and Cooperation</h1> The Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) advocated for multilateral visa facilitation agreements among member states to enhance tourism potential. Speaking at the Sapru House Lecture in New Delhi, he proposed creating an SCO assistance fund for humanitarian aid during emergencies. While not suggesting a Schengen-like visa system, he emphasized easing visa regimes for tourist groups. The SCO, established in 2001, includes countries such as India, China, and Russia. The organization aims to address regional and global challenges, promoting stability and cooperation without confrontation, while respecting cultural diversity and sovereignty.