Addressing the 4th SCO summit, he said: "Our response to the devastating earthquake has not shaken our resolve to combat the menace of terrorism. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the war on terror."
Shaukat Aziz said Pakistan's counter-terrorism campaign has been fully acknowledged and appreciated by the international community.
"We fully share the priority that has been assigned to this objective by the SCO, remaining ready to further intensify counter-terrorism co-operation with the Organisation."
The Prime Minister, however, said that a permanent solution of the scourge of terrorism requires a holistic and comprehensive approach.
"The war on terror must be accompanied by a struggle to win hearts and minds by resolving the root-causes of terrorism."
He, however, stressed that it was important not to link Islam or any other religion to terrorism.
"Insidious theories such as about a clash of civilisations must be replaced by inter-civilisation harmony and dialogue.
Shaukat Aziz recalled the concept of 'Enlightened Moderation' advocated by President Pervez Musharraf, according to which Muslim societies must reform while the international community must help resolve issues that lie at the roots of terrorism.
The Prime Minister reiterated Pakistan's firm commitment to promote the principles and objectives of the Shanghai Co-operation Organisation to intensify co-operation with the SCO in all fields.
"We would like to further develop and share our experience in counter terrorism operations through participation in SCO counter-terrorism exercises, conferences and seminars."
He said Pakistan would also welcome development of institutionalised economic and trade co-operation, especially in business, finance, banking and energy sectors.
"We are confident that such enhanced co-operation will add greater value to work of the SCO," he said.
Shaukat Aziz said Pakistan could play an instrumental role in developing linkages between the ECO, Saarc and the OIC with the SCO. The Prime Minister referred to the "monumental challenge" the country was facing due to the October 8 earthquake that left a trail of death and devastation.
He said the quake affected more than 30,000 sq-km with a population of 3.3 million, with the loss of life over 50,000 and more than 70,000 injured, adding more than 2.5 million people have been rendered homeless while nearly 1.5 million lost their means of livelihood.
"The scars of this tragedy are deep and will last long. But the Pakistani people have responded with courage and fortitude."
He said the crisis has galvanised the people and the nation has jellied together as never before. "Help for the affectees has poured in from every corner of the country."
Shaukat Aziz termed the next phase of rehabilitation and reconstruction beginning next month as "a colossal task" but added; "we are convinced that we shall emerge stronger and better."
He was appreciative of the sympathy and support of from all over the world, including the SCO.
Referring to Pakistan's quest for peace in the region, the Prime Minister said the country remains firmly committed to promotion of peace and security in its neighbourhood.
He said dialogue with India was a major initiative by Pakistan and reflected country's pursuit of peace through dialogue to resolve all outstanding issues, especially the Kashmir dispute.
On ties with Afghanistan, Shaukat Aziz said Pakistan believes that a strong and stable Afghanistan was in the strategic interests of Pakistan.
Turning to the domestic economic scene, he said Pakistan's revitalised and resurgent economy has the potential to become the engine for regional growth and development.
"Our strategic location at the crossroads of South, Central and West Asia can facilitate the emergence of multiple corridors of intra-regional co-operation."
He referred to the gas pipeline projects linking Iran, Pakistan and India as well as between Turkmenistan, Pakistan and Afghanistan and said the opening of a sea port at Gwadar, along with a network of road and rail would pave the way for shared benefits, creating a win-win for all regional states.
"We are keen to further strengthen these linkages, and the SCO provides a viable framework for that purpose."