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Islamabad: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday arrived in Islamabad to attend the 23rd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government. The 23rd SCO CHG will start on Wednesday in Islamabad, in heavy security. EAM Jaishankar stated that the crucial meeting of dignitaries will focus on the trade and economic agenda of the organisation.
Landed in Islamabad to take part in SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting. pic.twitter.com/PQ4IFPZtlp
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) October 15, 2024
“The 23rd Meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) will be held on 16 October 2024 in Islamabad under the chairmanship of Pakistan. The SCO CHG meeting is held annually and focusses on the trade and economic agenda of the organisation,” the MEA stated.
Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation at the 23rd Meeting of the SCO.
“India remains actively engaged in the SCO format, including various mechanisms and initiatives within the SCO framework,” the release said.
The EAM had earlier said that he will not be going to Islamabad to discuss “India-Pakistan relations,” but his visit is all about the multilateral event SCO Summit 2024. Jaishankar had also emphasised that he is travelling to Pakistan only to be a “good member of the SCO.”
With the arrival of foreign top officials, the security agencies are determined to prevent any disruptions and have amped up security in Islamabad.
To ensure the safety and security of the 23rd SCO summit in Islamabad, the Pakistan Army has been deployed to safeguard the event, key government buildings, and the Red Zone area.
Additionally, rangers have been stationed throughout the capital. As a precautionary measure, numerous businesses have been temporarily shut down to minimise security risks in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Key routes have also been closed.
Notably, the government has deployed over 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel for the security of about 900 delegates who are set to arrive for the event.
Guests can expect to find their accommodations spread out across the city’s “Red Zone” and its surrounding regions, according to Dawn’s report, who confirmed that there are 14 specific locales prepared for their sojourn. A sizable motorcade of 124 automobiles has also been assembled to ensure their smooth movement around the city. The convoy gets divided into two parts – 84 cars for the company of state leaders, and the remaining 40 for the rest of the delegation. With the arrival of all groups anticipated today, they can look forward to a Wednesday packed with engaging activities and discussions.
(With ANI inputs)
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