Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has arrived in New York at the helm of a high-level Pakistani delegation, aiming to present Pakistanโs perspective on recent developments in South Asia and counter India’s narrative at the United Nations.
The delegation is scheduled to meet with UN Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres, the President of the General Assembly, and members of the UN Security Council. Additionally, consultations are planned with representatives from the Organization of Non-Aligned Countries (NAM) and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). These engagements are part of Pakistan’s efforts to highlight its stance on the ongoing conflict and regional issues.
Following their visit to New York, the delegation will proceed to Washington, D.C., from June 3 to June 6, where meetings with senior American officials and think tanks are planned to further discuss the regional situation and seek international support.
This diplomatic mission comes in response to a similar Indian delegation led by Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor, which is touring key global capitals to promote India’s narrative amid heightened tensions. India’s diplomatic efforts include visits to the US, UK, South Africa, Qatar, and the UAE.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif constituted the Pakistani delegation with the mandate to counter Indian propaganda and inform the international community about the causes of recent hostilities and Pakistanโs commitment to peace.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, in a statement on social media platform X, said he had accepted the responsibility to represent Pakistan on the global stage and reaffirmed his commitment to serving the country during these challenging times.
The recent flare-up between Pakistan and India followed a series of incidents, including the killing of 26 tourists in Pahalgam, occupied Kashmir, on April 22. Indian media outlets accused Pakistan of involvement, an allegation Islamabad has consistently denied. On the night of May 6-7, India launched air strikes across the Line of Control, prompting Pakistan to respond with effective air defence and downing of Indian aircraft. Subsequently, Pakistan conducted operation Banyฤn-um-Marsoos, targeting Indian military installations on May 10. The ceasefire agreement followed soon after, facilitated by the intervention of then-US President Donald Trump.
The ongoing diplomatic engagements underscore Pakistan’s proactive approach in addressing regional security concerns and advocating for its position on the international stage.
