Dar Meets UNGA President in New York
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with the President of the UN General Assembly, Philemon Yang, in New York on July 21, 2025. The two leaders exchanged views on pressing global issues, including developments in the Middle East, Iran, and Afghanistan, as well as UN priorities like sustainable development and Security Council reforms.
Concerns Over India’s Actions Raised
During the meeting, Dar voiced serious concerns over India’s aggressive posturing, disinformation campaigns, and violations of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). He warned that such actions threaten regional peace and stability. He also condemned India’s illegal measures in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and its alleged support of terrorism against Pakistan through proxies. Dar urged the international community to hold India accountable and called for peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with international law and UN resolutions.
Push for Stronger, More Democratic UN
Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to multilateralism, Dar praised Yang’s leadership in advancing the Pact for the Future and the UN80 Initiative. He stressed the need for synergy between these efforts to make the UN more effective, inclusive, and responsive. He called for reforms to make the Security Council more democratic and reflective of the global community’s needs.
Debt Relief and Climate Action Prioritised
Earlier at a high-level UN forum on sustainable development, Dar emphasised the urgent need for debt relief and grant-based financing for developing nations. He showcased Pakistan’s initiatives like Uraan Pakistan, Recharge Pakistan, and the Living Indus project to boost climate resilience and inclusive growth. He also highlighted support for the underprivileged through Danish schools and BISP, along with efforts to source 60% of energy from renewables by 2030.
Call for Global Financial Reforms
Dar concluded by urging fundamental changes to the global financial system to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), noting the UN’s 80th anniversary as a moment to make the institution more responsive to today’s global challenges.
