Islamabad (TDI): Expressing pleasure over the successful SCO summit in Islamabad, Spokesperson for Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Mumtaz Zahra Baloch Thursday said that it was a diplomatic triumph for Pakistan
Talking to a private TV channel, the spokesperson said the summit was conducted in gracious manner showcasing the country’s traditional hospitality and commitment to fostering strong regional ties.
She said that leaders of all SCO member states took to social media to express their gratitude and appreciation for Pakistan’s traditional hospitality, showcasing the country’s renowned warmth and welcoming nature.
“Pakistan has received widespread praise for hosting a successful Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, which took place in Islamabad from October 15-16.”
The spokesperson mentioned that Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also expressed gratitude to Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and the people of Pakistan for the warm welcome he received at the multilateral conference.
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“This gesture acknowledges Pakistan’s hospitality during the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Islamabad,” she added.
The event brought together leaders from various member states, including China, India, Russia, and Uzbekistan, to discuss regional cooperation and security, she highlighted.
The Indian Foreign Minister visited Pakistan after a lull of almost ten years marking the lowest ebb in Pakistan-India ties over the long-standing issue of Kashmir.
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In a rare remarks, Jaishankar praised hospitality from the Government of Pakistan, that was considered as indirect acceptance of the successful SCO summit in Islamabad.
