Islamabad-The federal government has announced a three-day ‘closed holiday’ in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, on October 14, 15, and 16, in view of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation being held late this month.
“The prime minister has been pleased to declare 14th, 15th, and 16th of October, 2024 [Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday] as closed holidays within the territorial limits of Islamabad Capital Territory and Rawalpindi district to facilitate the smooth conduct of the 23rd Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Council of Heads of Government,” said an official notification issued by the Cabinet Division Monday.
Pakistan is set to host a two-day SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad on October 15 and 16, with leaders from the bloc attending the event.
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will also visit the country to participate in the summit.
Pakistan is gearing up to host the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad on October 15 and 16, a significant event that will bring together leaders from India, China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan . This summit is particularly notable as it marks the first visit of an Indian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly a decade, presenting an opportunity for both countries to engage in dialogue within the SCO framework.
To ensure the event’s security, the government has deployed army troops in the federal capital, with the exact deployment area and additional troop requirements to be determined by the ICT administration in consultation with stakeholders . This precautionary measure aims to maintain order and provide a secure environment for the visiting dignitaries.
The SCO summit is a crucial platform for regional cooperation, focusing on economic and security collaboration among member states. As Pakistan prepares to host this prominent gathering, the country is poised to demonstrate its commitment to regional stability and cooperation.
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