Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has deeply appreciated Shanghai Cooperation Organization's role in fostering regional peace and stability.

In his message on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, he said Pakistan remains firmly committed to the principles and objectives of the SCO Charter.

He said Pakistan's journey within the SCO, from observer to a proactive full member since 2017, reflects our unwavering commitment to multilateralism and confidence in the potential of our region. He also appreciated the SCO's approach to respecting international law and promoting good neighborliness’.

He said Pakistan is looking forward to assuming the chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of States in September this year and hosting the summit next year. He said this is a reflection of trust and confidence in Pakistan's leadership role regionally and globally.

The Deputy Prime Minister said Pakistan will continue to advance a forward-looking and action-oriented agenda aimed at enhancing economic collaboration, promoting regional connectivity, and deepening mutual understanding among peoples.

Ishaq Dar said, since its establishment in 2001, the SCO has evolved into a pivotal platform for regional cooperation.

He said it is playing an important role in promoting regional peace, security, stability, economic cooperation, connectivity, and people-to-people exchanges among its member states.

He said the milestone of the twenty-fifth anniversary confirms the enduring power of the "Shanghai Spirit," which continues to guide us through mutual trust, equality, respect for cultural diversity, shared development, and constructive engagement.