Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar mandates timely completion of SCO summit preparations

During a high-level review meeting held in Islamabad on Wednesday, Senator Dar expressed his satisfaction with the current trajectory of the preparations while simultaneously emphasizing that there is no room for complacency in the lead-up to the event.

The Deputy Prime Minister underscored that Pakistan remains fully committed to hosting the SCO proceedings at the highest possible standard, reflecting the nation's capacity to manage complex international summits effectively.

He explicitly called for seamless and close coordination among all stakeholders involved in the planning process, noting that the success of the summit depends on the synchronized efforts of various ministries and departments.

The meeting served as a platform to streamline the roles of different agencies, ensuring that every aspect of the hosting duties—ranging from security and protocol to infrastructure and hospitality—is addressed with professional rigor.

Providing a detailed update on the physical preparations, the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) briefed the attendees on the status of various ongoing development and infrastructure projects specifically tied to the summit requirements.

These projects are considered critical to the overall success of the event, as they form the backbone of the logistical framework required to accommodate visiting heads of state and their respective delegations. The CDA has been tasked with accelerating these works to meet the strict deadlines set by the Foreign Ministry.

The meeting was attended by a high-profile delegation of senior officials, including Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Bajwa, Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch, and Interior Secretary Ahmad Raza Sarwar.

Also present were the National Coordinator for the SCO and other senior representatives from relevant ministries, all of whom are tasked with overseeing the execution of the directives issued by the Deputy Prime Minister.

By bringing together the leadership of the interior, foreign, and development sectors, the government aims to create a unified front to manage the complexities of such a large-scale international engagement. The SCO summit represents a major opportunity for Pakistan to demonstrate its diplomatic influence and organizational capabilities on the global stage.

As the host nation, Pakistan is expected to facilitate high-level dialogues among member states, making the quality of the arrangements a matter of national prestige. Senator Dar’s insistence on a well-organized and successful summit reflects the administration's broader strategy to enhance its international standing through active participation in regional forums.

The officials present at the meeting were instructed to maintain a rigorous monitoring schedule to identify and resolve any potential bottlenecks in the development process immediately. With the summit approaching, the government has signaled that it will continue to hold regular review sessions to ensure that the momentum of the preparations is sustained.

The focus remains on delivering a world-class experience for the participating nations, ensuring that all infrastructure and administrative protocols are fully aligned with international standards.

Through these coordinated efforts, the government seeks to ensure that the summit not only proceeds smoothly but also reinforces Pakistan’s role as a key player within the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation framework, fostering stronger regional ties and cooperation among the member states.