Chinese state media maintained its intense focus on President Xi Jinping's upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin throughout the day. Early reports highlighted "SCO power" and international anticipation, gradually evolving by afternoon to emphasize "Xi's friends circle," personalizing his diplomatic efforts and the organization's growth. Concurrently, the 80th anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression gained significant editorial prominence. Mid-morning reports detailed invitations for Taiwan compatriots to the V-Day parade, followed by explicit coverage of military parade preparations in Beijing by late afternoon. Outside of state narratives, reports from independent outlets noted China's rejection of former US President Trump's nuclear disarmament proposal, and continued discussions around China's shipbuilding sector and AI development targets.