An intergovernmental international organization established on June 18, 2002.
The primary objectives of this organization are to develop international cooperation within the Asian continent and integrate organizations such as the Eurasian Economic Union, the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, and the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation.
The main goals of the Asian Cooperation Dialogue can be summarized as promoting cooperation among Asian countries in all identified strengths and opportunities to reduce poverty and improve the living standards of Asian people, while fostering a science-based Asian society growing within the continent.
Additionally, developing financial markets and economies, enhancing bargaining power instead of competition among member countries, and increasing competitiveness in international markets are among the other objectives of this forum.