ISLAMABAD, November 6, 2026 — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting on Friday to finalise preparations for the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Council of Ministers meeting, scheduled to take place in Islamabad on November 15–16.
The meeting reviewed arrangements for the upcoming gathering, including coordination among government departments and preparations to receive delegations from ECO member states.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dar expressed satisfaction with the progress made and directed the relevant authorities to maintain close coordination to ensure the smooth organisation of the event.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the ECO and welcomed the participation of member countries in discussions aimed at strengthening regional cooperation.
The ECO brings together Pakistan, Iran, Türkiye, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
The organisation focuses on economic cooperation among its members, including trade, transport connectivity and regional development.
The Islamabad meeting will provide an opportunity for member states to discuss shared economic priorities and cooperation within the regional grouping.