Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to SAARC in meeting with secretary general

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) process during a meeting with SAARC Secretary General H.E. Md. Golam Sarwar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad.

According to the Foreign Office, Dar commended the secretary general’s efforts to promote regional cooperation and stressed the importance of a revitalised SAARC, guided by the principles of its Charter.

He said an active regional organisation was essential for advancing connectivity, sustainable development and the collective well-being of the people of South Asia.

Pakistan reiterates support for SAARC process

The deputy prime minister said South Asia’s demographic and economic potential remained one of the region’s greatest strengths and underlined the need to harness these opportunities through greater regional cooperation.

He reiterated that Pakistan remained firmly committed to the SAARC process and supported efforts aimed at strengthening collaboration among member states.

Secretary General Md. Golam Sarwar thanked Pakistan for its consistent support for SAARC and its institutions. He also acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional and global peace.

Dar wished the secretary general success as he approached the conclusion of his tenure and conveyed his best wishes for his future endeavours.