Key Central Asian Leaders Reach Capital
High-profile foreign dignitaries are now arriving. They are attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit. Tajikistan’s Prime Minister arrived first. Kokhair Rasulzada reached Islamabad for the event. Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal welcomed the Prime Minister warmly. Tajikistan is highly significant to the SCO. It is a founding member of the original Shanghai Five forum. The official arrival marks the start of the summit.
Turkmenistan Participates as a Special Guest
Pakistan also welcomed Turkmenistan’s delegation. Foreign Minister Rashid Mayardov arrived in the city. He is also the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet there. Federal Minister Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui greeted him. Turkmenistan holds a special status at the SCO. It is neither a member nor an observer state. The country is participating only as a guest nation. Member states invited Turkmenistan by consensus.
Kyrgyzstan Prime Minister Also Arrives
The Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan has also reached Pakistan. The concurrent arrivals signal the summit’s beginning. The Islamabad SCO Summit Arrivals are progressing smoothly. The federal capital is hosting numerous leaders. These diplomatic arrivals require high security.
Restrictions on Turkmenistan’s Role
Turkmenistan’s guest status imposes limitations. The delegation will not sign official documents. They cannot participate in closed-door discussions. These sessions are reserved for member states. Despite the restrictions, participation is notable. The Islamabad SCO Summit Arrivals highlight regional cooperation.