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Meeting of Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister with the President of the UN General Assembly

Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Today, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held a meeting with President of the UN General Assembly, Philémon Yang in, New York.

The DPM/FM reaffirmed Pakistan's steadfast commitment to multilateralism and the leading role of the UN in international affairs. He called for strengthening global governance and reforming the UN in a manner that meets the expectations of the entire international community.

The DPM/FM and the PGA exchange views on a wide range of issues including the situation in the Middle East, developments in Iran, Afghanistan and the wider region, as well as other key matters on the agenda of the United Nations including the promotion of sustainable development.

The DPM/FM commended PGA's leadership in advancing the Pact for the Future and the UN80 Initiative, emphasizing the need for synergy between these efforts to ensure a more effective, inclusive and responsive UN that is well placed to meet the challenges of our times. The issue of Security Council reform, including the need to make the Council more democratic and effective, also came under discussion.

The DPM/FM expressed his serious concerns over India's aggressive posturing, disinformation campaigns, and violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), which threaten regional peace and stability. He called for urgent international attention to India's actions, including its illegal measures in occupied Jammu and Kashmir and its support of terrorism against Pakistan through its proxies. He further underscored the need for a peaceful resolution of all disputes between Pakistan and India through dialogue, in accordance with international law, the UNSC resolutions and the UN Charter.

The PGA affirmed his commitment to advancing peace, development, and inclusivity within the framework of the General Assembly. He outlined his vision for promoting effective multilateralism and centrality of the United Nations to serve all humanity.

Islamabad
21 July 2025

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