SOUTH ASIAN ASSOCIATION FOR REGIONAL COOPERATION (SAARC)

The SAARC was founded on 08th of Dec. 1985 and its headquarters is situated in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of eight-member countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri-Lanka).

Objectives of SAARC

● To promote the welfare of the peoples of South Asia.

● To improve the quality of life of the people of South Asia.

● To accelerate economic growth, social progress and cultural development in the region.

● To provide all individuals the opportunity to live in dignity and to realize their full potentials.

● To strengthen cooperation with other developing countries and to cooperate with international and regional organizations with similar aims and purposes.