ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment and readiness to enhance cooperation under the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) umbrella to foster economic prosperity, stability and sustainable development across the region.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong engagement with the SCO in a virtual address at the meeting of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states, held in Beijing, China.
The minister also extended gratitude to the Chinese government for hosting the high-level gathering. He emphasized the significance of Pakistan’s membership in the SCO, describing the organization as a vital platform for fostering regional cooperation and strengthening economic ties among member countries.
He reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to the SCO Charter and the principles of the “Shanghai Spirit” as guiding tenets for advancing collaboration in the region and praised SCO’s growing role in exploring new avenues for regional development and reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to bolster economic cooperation under the SCO’s framework.
The Finaince Minister acknowledged the organization’s contribution to promoting trade, investment and financial cooperation, while reinforcing regional stability and prosperity.
Supporting proposals to increase joint projects, technology transfer and capacity-building programs, he highlighted the need for deeper collaboration among member states.
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