Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
During the meeting, the two leaders discussed major regional and international developments, including the continuing situation in the Middle East. Prime Minister Shehbaz stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in addressing regional tensions and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability.
The prime minister also reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for multilateralism and the central role of the United Nations in promoting international peace, security and development.
Shehbaz Sharif expressed appreciation for Guterres’s leadership and his efforts to uphold the principles of the UN Charter.
The two leaders also discussed the situation in Afghanistan and concerns over a rise in terrorism emanating from Afghan territory. Pakistan has continued to call for international cooperation in addressing security challenges in the region.
The prime minister also highlighted Pakistan’s support for the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and statehood, while raising concerns over the growing trend of Islamophobia and the need for stronger international action.
Guterres, meanwhile, appreciated Pakistan’s role at the United Nations, its contribution to international peace and security, and its diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting peaceful solutions to regional conflicts.
The meeting came as world leaders gathered in New York for the UN General Assembly, with global peace, regional security and international cooperation among the key issues dominating discussions.
