Tashkent, 10 November 2023 (WAI): Anwar-Ul-Haq Kakar, the acting Prime Minister of Pakistan, spoke at the 16th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit on Thursday, which is taking place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
On November 8 and 9, the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) member nations convened to discuss sustainable economic growth in the area and assess their commitment to the ECO Vision 2025.
The Prime Minister emphasized Pakistan’s unwavering support for and dedication to the ECO’s agenda for regional growth and development during his remarks at the summit.
Additionally, he emphasized the significance of regional development and progress among the member nations, particularly fostering connectivity, commerce, investment, transportation infrastructure development, and sustainable economic growth.
The Prime Minister continued, saying improved regional connectivity depended on the corridor-based concept of ECO. The economic potential of the region will be unlocked by the effective implementation of the Transit Transport Framework Agreement (TTFA) into initiatives like the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul Rail and Road Corridor.
The Israeli Occupation Forces’ deadly and continuous assault on Gaza was also strongly denounced by the Interim Premier.
He denounced the murders of women and children as well as the targeted strikes on Gaza’s hospitals.
In line with pertinent UNSC and OIC resolutions, the prime minister advocated for a peaceful solution to the Palestinian dilemma.
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Additionally, he emphasized the alarming growth in xenophobia, Islamophobia, and intolerance. He called for worldwide attention to develop political and legal deterrents against the reprehensible rise in Islamophobia while promoting respect for one another, harmony amongst faiths, and peaceful coexistence.
On the fringes of the summit, the Prime Minister also held substantive discussions with the heads of the member nations.
On Thursday, Prime Minister Kakar wrapped up his two-day visit and returned to Islamabad, having successfully attended the summit.
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