It is with great pleasure that I extend warm felicitations to the peoples and governments of fellow ECO member states on the occasion of the 15th Anniversary of ECO' s expansion.

 

As an expression of our common ties that span centuries, ECO has made notable progress in fields ranging from cultural cooperation to science and technology, from agriculture to environment and from finance and economy to trade and transport. I am confident that the Organization will further consolidate its achievements and help regional economic integration.

 

On this Day, we renew our pledge to make this region a vibrant economy dedicated to the betterment of our peoples.

 

I wish ECO complete success in the years ahead and re-affirm Pakistan's abiding commitment to the principles and objectives of ECO.