ISLAMABAD: The first meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of National Coordinators was held in Islamabad, with member states reaffirming their commitment to promoting the organization’s objectives and continuing practical cooperation. The meeting, chaired by Pakistan, was held from September 28 to 30 and was attended by national coordinators from SCO member states and representatives of the organization’s Secretariat. The participants reviewed progress on proposed activities and key initiatives under Pakistan’s SCO chairmanship and discussed preparations for upcoming SCO meetings and events. The meeting also focused on strengthening coordination and making practical cooperation among SCO member states more effective. The central theme of Pakistan’s SCO chairmanship is “Turning Vision into Action: Connectivity, Innovation and Shared Prosperity.” As part of the program SCO delegations visited the Pakistan National Council of the Arts, where they were briefed on Pakistan’s culture and arts. The delegations also visited Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium to review preparations for the SCO Hockey Tournament, which is scheduled to be held from November 20 to December 2, 2026. On September 30, the SCO national coordinators also met Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Dar briefed the participants on Pakistan’s priorities during its SCO chairmanship and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to close cooperation with member states. At the conclusion of the meeting, the national coordinators reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the objectives of the SCO and continuing practical cooperation among member states.
