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flag On SAARC Charter Day 2025, Pakistan reaffirmed its push for regional cooperation amid India’s absence and growing interest in expanding ties with Iran and China.

flag On SAARC Charter Day, December 8, 2025, Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed their country’s commitment to regional cooperation in South Asia. flag They emphasized Pakistan’s willingness to strengthen trade, energy, transit, and people-to-people ties with all willing states, calling for mutual respect, sovereignty, and practical collaboration. flag Both leaders highlighted shared challenges like poverty, climate change, and food and energy insecurity, urging collective action to build a more peaceful and prosperous region. flag They noted India’s absence from recent summits as a key obstacle, with some members exploring alternative formats, and expressed support for including regional powers like Iran and China to enhance connectivity and stability.

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