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Express Tribune
2 hours ago
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Dar for inclusive dialogue over confrontation
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addresses the UNSC's Open Debate on the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question on Wednesday in New York. Photo: X Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Wednesday called for an inclusive dialogue and cooperative diplomacy over confrontation amid times of growing turbulence across the world as "the cost of unresolved disputes, long-running conflicts, unilateral actions, and disregard for international law are being felt in every region". In his address delivered at the reception hosted by Pakistan's Mission in New York on the occasion of Pakistan's Presidency of the UN Security Council, the DPM emphasized Pakistan's unwavering commitment to multilateralism, peaceful dispute resolution, and the foundational principles of the UN Charter. Speaking to diplomats, UN officials and representatives of member states, Dar underscored that at the heart of Pakistan's foreign policy was a firm belief in multilateralism and the rule of international law. "The purposes and principles enshrined in the UN Charter, especially the peaceful settlement of disputes and the non-use or threat of force, are foundational to the United Nations and indispensable for a just international order," he stated. "The Security Council must be seen not only as a chamber of reaction but as a forum of prevention, problem-solving, and principled leadership," he asserted. Reaffirming Pakistan's active diplomatic engagement, the Deputy Prime Minister said the country remains committed to working with partners around the world to advance the shared goals of peace, development, and human rights.
Express Tribune
8 hours ago
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Dar calls for immediate, unconditional Gaza truce at UN
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addresses the UNSC's Open Debate on the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question on Wednesday in New York. Photo: X Listen to article Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday called on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to pursue with urgency an immediate, permanent, and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza and the rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territory. He was addressing the UNSC's Open Debate on the Middle East, including the Palestinian Question, where he warned that what the world has witnessed over the last nine months 'is not just a humanitarian catastrophe, but a collapse of humanity itself.' 'Gaza has become a graveyard for innocent lives as well as for international law—particularly international humanitarian law,' he said. 'Over 58,000 Palestinians—most of them women and children—have been killed in Israel's brutal military assault,' he added. Dar highlighted the worsening food crisis in the besieged enclave, citing UN figures that show one-third of Gaza's population is going multiple days without eating—an indicator of catastrophic levels of food insecurity. Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaq50, presided over the United Nations Security Council's Quarterly Open Debate on the "Situation in the Middle East including the Palestinian Question". The Open Debate was upgraded to the Ministerial level… — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 23, 2025 Calling the Palestinian issue a 'litmus test' for the credibility of the United Nations and the Security Council, he warned that failing to uphold the rights of the Palestinian people would embolden impunity and weaken the legitimacy of the international rules-based order. Dar reaffirmed Pakistan's principled support for the Palestinian cause, reiterating Islamabad's call for the establishment of a viable, sovereign and contiguous Palestinian state along pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital. This, he said, remains the only just and durable solution endorsed by Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, the Arab Peace Initiative, and the consensus position of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Read More: Starvation-related deaths in Gaza mount to 111 He underscored the need for urgent humanitarian access across Gaza, stressing the importance of secure, sustained, and unhindered delivery of aid to civilians. Protection for humanitarian workers, medical personnel, and UN staff must also be ensured, he added. Dar called for immediate steps to restore aid supply lines and prevent famine from taking hold in the besieged territory. He also urged the international community to reinforce support for UNRWA, the UN agency responsible for aiding Palestinian refugees, which he described as indispensable to the survival of millions. 🔴LIVE: DPM/FM's Statement at the UN Security Council's Quarterly Open Debate on ' The Situation in the Middle East and the Question of Palestine' — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 23, 2025 The foreign minister demanded an end to forced displacement of Palestinians, as well as the continued expansion of illegal settlements and annexation of occupied territory, particularly in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. He warned that such actions were in direct contravention of international law and risked further destabilising the region. Highlighting the importance of post-conflict recovery and rehabilitation in Gaza, he welcomed the Arab and OIC-led reconstruction plan as a vital framework for rebuilding livelihoods, restoring dignity, and enabling long-term sustainable development. Also Read: UN says Israeli military killed over 1,000 seeking Gaza aid since late May DPM also called for the revival of a genuine, time-bound political process aimed at achieving a just, comprehensive, and lasting two-state solution in accordance with international law and relevant UN resolutions. On broader regional issues, the foreign minister said Pakistan supported the stabilisation of Syria through an inclusive political process. He called on Israel to immediately withdraw from the separation zone established under the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and from the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, in line with UNSC resolutions 242, 338, and 497. Referring to Lebanon, he said Resolution 1701 and the ceasefire understanding must be upheld, while the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity should be respected. He also reaffirmed Pakistan's support for the UN-led peace process in Yemen and praised the roles of Saudi Arabia and Oman in facilitating dialogue. Dar welcomed growing international momentum for Palestinian statehood and full UN membership, reiterating Pakistan's support for such efforts. He said the time had come to give the Palestinian people what they had long been denied: justice, freedom, dignity, and a state of their own. This, he added, was the only path to lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
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Ishaq Dar arrives in New York for UN meetings
Ishaq Dar, arrived in New York for a week-long official visit Photo: MOFA Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, arrived in New York for a week-long official visit, where he will spearhead Pakistan's diplomatic engagements as president of the United Nations Security Council. During his stay from July 21 to 28, Dar is scheduled to lead high-level signature events at the UN headquarters, reflecting Islamabad's current leadership role in the Security Council. His visit will also include bilateral and multilateral meetings in New York and Washington, DC., aimed at strengthening Pakistan's foreign relations. Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, arrived in New York for an official visit from 21 to 28 July 2025. During the visit, he will lead high-level signature events under Pakistan's Presidency of the UN Security Council, hold bilateral… — Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 21, 2025 Dar will represent Pakistan at the International Conference on the Two-State Solution, a high-profile event co-hosted by Saudi Arabia and France, which seeks to re-energise international support for Palestinian statehood. Upon arrival at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Dar was received by Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations and the Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States. Read: Pakistan urges more funding for developing countries As part of his engagements, Dar will chair a high-level open debate on 'Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes', which seeks to reinforce diplomacy and mediation as vital tools for resolving global conflicts. He is also set to preside over the Council's quarterly open debate on the 'Situation in the Middle East including the Palestinian Question', reaffirming Pakistan's long-standing support for resolving protracted international disputes through dialogue and consensus. In addition, Dar will chair a special UNSC briefing focused on enhancing cooperation between the United Nations and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), in a bid to strengthen synergy between multilateral institutions in the pursuit of global peace and security.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
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Gaza high on agenda in Dar's UN visit next week
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said hundreds of Zaireen evacuated from Iran and Iraq so far. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will travel to the United States next week to participate in high-level events marking Pakistan's presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in New York, the Foreign Office said has confirmed. Dar will chair multiple signature events at the UN headquarters, including a high-level open debate on "Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes." The session aims to reinforce multilateral diplomacy and mediation as key tools for resolving global conflicts. He will also preside over the UNSC's quarterly open debate on the "Situation in the Middle East including the Palestinian Question," underscoring Pakistan's continued focus on long-standing international disputes, the FO added. In addition, Dar is scheduled to chair a special UNSC briefing on strengthening cooperation between the United Nations and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), part of Pakistan's broader diplomatic push to link multilateral institutions in pursuit of peace. To reaffirm Pakistan's solidarity with Palestine, the deputy prime minister will attend a high-level conference on the "Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution." The event is expected to spotlight Islamabad's call for an end to occupation and a just resolution to the decades-old conflict. During his stay in New York, Dar is also expected to hold several bilateral meetings with fellow foreign ministers and senior UN officials. He will later travel to Washington for additional engagements, though specific details of the visit have not yet been announced.
Business Recorder
4 days ago
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Pakistan's UNSC Presidency: Dar to attend high-level signature events next week in New York
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, is set to embark upon a crucial visit to the United States next week to attend the high-level signature events of Pakistan's UN Security Council (UNSC) Presidency in New York, as well as for certain engagements in Washington, said the Foreign Office on Saturday. In New York, as part of Pakistan's Security Council signature events, the DPM/FM will chair a high-level Open Debate on 'Promoting International Peace and Security through Multilateralism and Peaceful Settlement of Disputes'. The high-level debate aims at exploring ways to strengthen multilateralism and at enhancing diplomacy and mediation for peaceful settlement of disputes, FO spokesperson remarked. Pakistan calls for emergency UNSC meeting over Indian aggression In addition, the DPM/FM will preside over the Quarterly Open Debate of the Security Council on the 'Situation in the Middle East including the Palestinian Question'. The DPM/FM will also chair a high-level briefing of the UN Security Council that will focus on enhancing cooperation between the UN and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The meeting is being held as part of Pakistan's efforts to strengthen collaboration between the OIC and the UN for maintenance of international peace and security. To express Pakistan's strong commitment, and unwavering support for the right to self-determination of the Palestinian people, the DPM/FM will also attend the high-level Conference on the 'Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the implementation of Two-State Solution'. During his stay in New York, the DPM/FM is expected to also have several bilateral engagements with his counterparts, as well as senior UN officials. Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar's visit to New York and Washington exemplifies Pakistan's growing role and importance in the multilateral arena as well as its expanding multifaceted relations with the US. Pakistan's high-level participation in the UN Security Council's Quarterly Debate on the Middle East as well as the International Conference on the 'Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of Two-State Solution,' is also a testimony to Pakistan's unwavering commitment to and support for the Palestinian cause. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
