ISLAMABAD, November 15, 2026: The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) has completed preparatory work on key institutional reports and a proposed regional economic strategy ahead of Monday’s ministerial meeting in Islamabad, which Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to attend.
Senior officials from member countries reviewed and finalised documents on Sunday for consideration at the 30th ECO Council of Ministers meeting on November 16.
A major item on the agenda is the proposed Strategic Objectives of Economic Cooperation 2035, which would replace ECO Vision 2025 and establish a new framework for regional trade, connectivity and economic integration.
The preparatory discussions covered the ECO Secretary General’s annual report, proceedings of the Council of Permanent Representatives, sectoral ministerial meetings and reports from specialised institutions.
The documents are expected to be submitted to foreign ministers for formal approval on Monday.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is also expected to participate in the ministerial proceedings, adding to the high-level diplomatic engagement surrounding the gathering.
The ministers will consider the proposed Islamabad Declaration, alongside agreements intended to strengthen cooperation among ECO member states.
Other matters awaiting consideration include the organisation’s 2027 budget, recommendations from the High-Level Committee of Deputy Foreign Ministers and the proposed three-year extension of ECO Science Foundation President Professor Seyed Komail Tayebi.
ECO Secretary General Dr Asad Majeed Khan addressed Sunday’s preparatory meeting, where officials also examined the organisation’s performance and administrative priorities.
The ministerial session is expected to determine the next phase of ECO’s regional economic agenda, with particular emphasis on trade cooperation and long-term development objectives.