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Establishing priorities for regional economic cooperation initiatives.
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Developing, monitoring, and coordinating Work Programmes that outline specific actions and projects.
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Mobilising resources to secure the financial viability of these Work Programmes.
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Submitting periodic reports and policy matters to the Council of Ministers, keeping them informed of progress and relevant considerations.
Furthermore, the CSO fosters engagement with IORA's Dialogue Partners by holding special sessions during their meetings. These sessions provide a valuable platform for discussing issues pertinent to IORA's priority areas, extending the organisation's reach and collaboration beyond the Indian Ocean region
For further details regarding the specific roles and duties of the CSO, please refer to paragraph 5.1(b) of the IORA Charter.
Chairship and Administration
The current IORA Chair also holds the CSO chairship. In practice, the country's Secretary of Foreign Affairs (SFA) or equivalent leads the meetings, overseeing their smooth implementation, facilitating discussions, and promoting cooperation among participating member states.
