ECO Calendar of Events 2022

January 10-12
ECO Council of Ministers Meeting
Tehran, Iran

The annual Council of Ministers meeting is a pivotal event in the ECO calendar, bringing together foreign ministers and high-level officials to discuss regional priorities, review progress on implementation of decisions, and set strategic directions for the organization.

January 24-26
Expert Group Meeting on Trade Facilitation
Baku, Azerbaijan

This meeting brings together trade experts from member states to discuss measures to simplify customs procedures, reduce trade barriers, and harmonize regulations to enhance intra-regional trade, which currently stands below its true potential.

February 8-10
ECO Chamber of Commerce and Industry Meeting
Istanbul, Turkey

Business leaders and representatives from chambers of commerce gather to explore investment opportunities, discuss private sector development, and recommend policies to create a more favorable business environment in the ECO region.

February 20-22
Regional Energy Forum
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Energy experts discuss joint projects in oil, gas, and renewable energy, exploring opportunities to develop regional energy infrastructure and enhance energy security for ECO member states.

March 6-8
ECO Cultural Institute Board Meeting
Tehran, Iran

Cultural representatives gather to plan and review activities designed to promote cultural heritage, facilitate cultural exchange, and strengthen people-to-people contacts throughout the ECO region.

March 21-23
Agricultural Development Workshop
Islamabad, Pakistan

Agricultural experts share knowledge on sustainable farming practices, food security strategies, and opportunities for agricultural trade within the ECO region, aiming to enhance cooperation in this vital sector.

April 10-12
Transport and Transit Cooperation Meeting
Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Transport officials discuss strategies to enhance connectivity through development of road, rail, and sea transport networks, as well as simplification of transit procedures to facilitate movement of goods and people across the region.

April 25-27
ECO Tourism Organization Meeting
Baku, Azerbaijan

Tourism officials and industry representatives discuss collaborative tourism promotion, development of joint tourism packages, and measures to facilitate travel within the ECO region to boost this important sector of member economies.

May 8-10
ECO Summit
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

The 14th ECO Summit brings together heads of state and government to review the organization's performance, discuss regional and international developments, adopt decisions on key issues, and provide strategic guidance for future cooperation.

May 22-24
Environmental Protection Conference
Almaty, Kazakhstan

Environmental experts discuss joint approaches to addressing environmental challenges, including climate change adaptation, biodiversity conservation, water resource management, and pollution control in the ECO region.

June 5-7
ECO Reinsurance Company Board Meeting
Istanbul, Turkey

The board reviews the ECO Reinsurance Company's performance, evaluates risk management strategies, and discusses expansion of insurance services to support trade and investment in the region.

June 19-21
Industrial Cooperation Forum
Tehran, Iran

Industrial experts explore opportunities for joint ventures, technology transfer, capacity building, and development of special economic zones and industrial corridors across member states.

July 4-6
ECO Science Foundation Board Meeting
Islamabad, Pakistan

Scientists and policymakers review collaborative research initiatives, discuss funding for scientific projects, and promote science education and innovation capacity across the ECO region.

July 18-20
Youth Engagement Forum
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Young leaders, youth organizations, and policymakers discuss ways to enhance youth participation in economic development, address youth unemployment, and promote youth entrepreneurship across ECO member states.

August 8-10
Drug Control and Crime Prevention Meeting
Tehran, Iran

Law enforcement and drug control officials discuss cooperative approaches to combat drug trafficking, border control enhancement, and prevention of transnational organized crime in the ECO region.

August 22-24
Digital Economy Workshop
Istanbul, Turkey

Technology experts discuss development of e-commerce platforms, digital payment systems, innovation ecosystems, and policies to accelerate digital transformation across the ECO region.

September 5-7
ECO Trade and Development Bank Meeting
Baku, Azerbaijan

Financial officials review the bank's activities, discuss new lending priorities for infrastructure development and trade support projects across member states.

September 19-21
Food Security and Agriculture Conference
Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Agricultural experts discuss cooperation mechanisms to enhance food security, promote sustainable agricultural practices, develop agro-processing industries, and facilitate agricultural trade in the region.

October 10-12
Regional Connectivity Conference
Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Transport and infrastructure officials discuss development of transport corridors, improvement of logistics systems, and enhancement of connectivity through regional infrastructure projects.

October 24-26
ECO Cultural Festival
Istanbul, Turkey

This annual event showcases the diverse cultural heritage of ECO member states through music, dance, art exhibitions, traditional crafts, and culinary displays, promoting cultural understanding and appreciation.

November 7-9
ECO Special Working Group on Afghanistan
Islamabad, Pakistan

Representatives from member states discuss coordinated approaches to support Afghanistan's economic recovery, humanitarian assistance, and regional development projects involving Afghanistan.

November 21-23
Environment and Climate Change Workshop
Almaty, Kazakhstan

Environmental experts discuss collaborative approaches to climate change adaptation, mitigation strategies, green economy development, and environmental conservation across the ECO region.

December 5-7
ECO Senior Officials Meeting
Tehran, Iran

Senior officials from member states review the year's activities, implement decisions taken at the Summit, and prepare recommendations for consideration by the Council of Ministers.

December 19-21
Planning for 2023 Calendar
ECO Secretariat, Ankara

Secretariat officials and national representatives finalize the ECO Calendar of Events for 2023, ensuring a comprehensive schedule of activities that support the organization's strategic priorities and member state needs.