South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
SAARC stands for South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation. It is a regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union in South Asia.
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SAARC has 8 member states:
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Maldives
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Establishment:
Founded on: December 8, 1985
Headquarters: Kathmandu, Nepal
Objectives of SAARC:
Promote the welfare of the people of South Asia
Accelerate economic growth, social progress, and cultural development
Foster mutual trust, understanding, and peaceful coexistence
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