Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Tianjin, China, on Sunday, August 31, to take part in the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation (SCO) Summit and hold meetings with other world leaders.

Putin will also attend China's Victory Day military parade in Beijing on September 3.

The Summit itself is set to focus on strengthening co-operation among SCO member states in politics, security, trade, and cultural exchanges, as well as addressing regional and international challenges.