About D-8
D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation
The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation is a forum of developing countries with large Muslim populations. Established in 1997, D-8 aims to improve member states' position in the global economy, diversify and create new opportunities in trade relations, enhance participation in decision-making at the international level, and improve the standard of living of people.
With a combined population of over 1.2 billion people and a combined GDP of $4.7 trillion, D-8 member countries represent significant economic potential and are committed to advancing South-South cooperation.
1.2B
Population
Combined population of D-8 member countries
$4.7T
Combined GDP
Total GDP of all member nations
27
Years
Since establishment in 1997
9
Member Countries
Developing nations with large Muslim populations
Member Countries
D-8 brings together eight developing nations committed to economic cooperation and South-South solidarity.
Objectives
Economic Development
Improve member states' position in the global economy and enhance economic cooperation.
Trade Relations
Diversify and create new opportunities in trade relations among member countries.
Global Participation
Enhance participation in decision-making at the international level.
Quality of Life
Improve the standard of living and quality of life for people in member nations.
History
1997: Foundation
D-8 was established on June 15, 1997, in Istanbul, Turkey, with the Istanbul Declaration, bringing together eight developing nations with large Muslim populations for economic cooperation.
2001: Expansion of Cooperation
Member countries expanded cooperation areas to include trade, agriculture, industry, and tourism, establishing working groups for each sector.
2026-2027: Indonesia's Chairmanship
Indonesia assumes the D-8 Chairmanship with a focus on navigating global shifts and strengthening cooperation for shared prosperity.