Lahore Named SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital for 2026–27

Lahore was designated the SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital for 2026–27 at the organisation’s summit in Bishkek.

The title rotates among SCO member states to promote tourism, cultural exchange and people-to-people contact.
Previous SCO Tourism and Cultural Capitals: Varanasi (2022–23), Almaty (2023–24), Qingdao (2024–25) and Cholpon-Ata (2025–26).
Varanasi was the inaugural city to receive the title.
The designation was announced during the SCO’s 25th anniversary year.