Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani says Pakistan plans to host conference on transport connectivity for regional prosperity this year.
Addressing Council of Heads of Government of Shanghai Cooperation Organization at Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan today, he said SCO Business Council and Inter Bank Association can play a vital role in fostering economic and commercial cooperation amongst SCO member states.
As a succeeding chair of SCO, he said Pakistan will continue to support the existing mechanisms.
Jalil Abbas Jilani said Pakistan is committed to Shanghai spirit that stands for mutual trust and respect for shared prosperity and development.
He reiterated the commitment to give top priority to critical areas including connectivity, transport linkages and climate change during the country's Chairmanship of council of Heads of Government.
The Foreign Minister said Pakistan will continue to strengthen cooperation in education and poverty alleviation.
The Foreign Minister said sustainable economic development cannot be guaranteed without durable peace and security in Afghanistan. He said the SCO can play an important role in this regard.
Alluding to the climate induced disasters, he said it threatens survival of humanity and demands global solidarity and cooperation.
