The summit recognised the growing linkages between the phenomenon of terrorism, illegal trafficking in narcotic and psychotropic substances, illegal trafficking of persons and firearms and underscored the need for addressing the problem in a comprehensive manner.
The leaders emphasised the need for criminalising any act of provision, collection and acquisition of funds for the purpose of committing terrorist acts in line with the UN Security Council Resolution 1373.
A need for completing all legislative and other relevant measures to implement within member states the provisions of the Regional Convention on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances was also underscored.
As part of the effort, they decided to hold the SAARC meeting of Ministers of Interior or Home Affairs later this year in Islamabad.
The leaders also signed a pact for setting up a SAARC Development Fund that would cater to social development and empowerment in the member countries.
Image: Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksha shakes hand with Prime Minister Manmohon Singh after the conclusion of the 15th SAARC Summit.
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