Islamabad:Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in a telephone discussion with Uzbekistan Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Odilovich Saidov, focusing on regional peace and the future of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
According to Radio Pakistan, Ishaq Dar extended congratulations to Uzbekistan for taking over the Chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of Government for 2026-2027. In his conversation, Dar assured Uzbekistan of Pakistan's full support and assistance during its tenure.
The dialogue also included Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov expressing Uzbekistan's backing for Pakistan, as it has assumed the Chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of State for 2026-2027. The two ministers deliberated on the upcoming SCO Council of Heads of State Summit in 2027 and the associated calendar of activities.
Discussing regional developments, the Uzbekistan Foreign Minister commended Pakistan's ongoing efforts to promote peace and security in the region. Both ministers also exchanged greetings for their countries' leadership and reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing bilateral ties.