ISLAMABAD \u2014 Shehbaz Sharif meeting Antonio Guterres in Islamabad focused on global peace, UN reforms, regional stability and Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic priorities. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif welcomed United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and discussed a range of international and regional issues.<\/p>\n
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warmly welcomed Secretary-General Guterres and praised his commitment to the UN Charter, multilateralism, international law, dialogue and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.<\/p>\n
The prime minister also commended Guterres for his efforts to promote global peace and security during his tenure as UN secretary-general.<\/a><\/p>\n Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s strong commitment to an effective, inclusive and representative United Nations.<\/p>\n He said that at a time when the multilateral system is facing significant challenges, the role of the United Nations has become even more important.<\/p>\n The prime minister welcomed Secretary-General Guterres\u2019 UN80 initiative and emphasized that reforms at the United Nations should reflect the priorities and concerns of developing countries.<\/p>\n He also called for greater efforts toward conflict prevention, peaceful dispute resolution and strengthening peacebuilding mechanisms.<\/p>\n During the Shehbaz Sharif meeting Antonio Guterres, the prime minister reiterated Pakistan\u2019s longstanding commitment to UN peacekeeping operations and highlighted the country\u2019s continued contribution to international peace and security.<\/p>\n Secretary-General Guterres also appreciated Pakistan\u2019s longstanding contribution to UN peacekeeping missions and its constructive engagement with the UN Security Council.<\/p>\n The prime minister highlighted Pakistan\u2019s diplomatic efforts to promote dialogue and reduce tensions in the region and beyond.<\/p>\n He specifically referred to Pakistan\u2019s role in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran.<\/p>\n Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan\u2019s position that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable means of resolving disputes and preventing further escalation.<\/p>\n The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to regional peace and stability and emphasized the need for a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.<\/p>\n He also raised the issue of the Indus Waters Treaty, stating that it is an international agreement and that India\u2019s unilateral decision to suspend the treaty does not have a legal basis.<\/a><\/p>\n Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan is in Pakistan\u2019s interest.<\/p>\nPakistan Reaffirms Commitment to an Effective United Nations<\/h1>\n
Shehbaz Sharif Meeting Antonio Guterres Focuses on Global Peace<\/h2>\n
Pakistan Highlights Diplomatic Efforts<\/h2>\n
Kashmir Issue Discussed<\/h3>\n
Afghanistan and Cross-Border Terrorism<\/h4>\n