Pakistan, Oct. 21 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday called for greater regional connectivity, investment in energy and transport infrastructure, and enhanced economic cooperation among member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to promote shared prosperity.

Addressing the 25th meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, the deputy PM reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to the organisation's principles of mutual trust, respect for diversity and regional cooperation, collectively known as the Shanghai Spirit.

He appreciated Tajikistan's Prime Minister Qohir Rasulzoda, the government and people of Tajikistan for their hospitality and highlighted Pakista...