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On the auspicious occasion of SAARC Charter Day, it is my honor and privilege to extend warm greetings to all our esteemed colleagues, development partners and friends across the South Asian region. This day reminds us our shared commitment to partnership, peace and prosperity for the people of South Asia.
As we commemorate the signing of the SAARC Charter on December 8, we acknowledge not only a historic moment but also the beginning of a regional journey built on cooperation, trust and collective progress. It stands as a symbol of our enduring aspiration to work together for a more resilient and vibrant South Asia.
The SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), with its solid dedication to collaborative research and knowledge sharing, remains committed to strengthening regional agricultural systems dissemination of technology. By connecting researchers, policymakers and institutions across our member states, SAC strives to advance food security, climate resilience and sustainable agricultural innovation. Our efforts continue to reflect the transformative potential of regional cooperation envisioned by the founders of SAARC.
On this special day, we pay tribute to the visionary leaders who laid the foundations of SAARC and inspired a framework through which shared challenges can be addressed with collective strength. Their foresight guides us as we work to enhance agricultural productivity, empower communities and support a more food-secure future for the region.Let us reaffirm to work hand in hand, fostering deeper collaboration, advancing scientific excellence and promoting harmony across borders. May the spirit of the SAARC Charter Day continue to motivate us toward a sustainable future by unity, science, innovation and technology development.
Dr. Harunur Rashid
Director
SAARC Agriculture Centre
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Date: 08 December 2025