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Pakistan Assumes UNSC Presidency for July 2025, Promises Multilateral Approach

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Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated the country's commitment to the UN Charter, international law, and multilateralism as it assumes the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for July 2025. During its 8th term as an elected member of the 15-member UN body, Pakistan will chair several high-level events, including the maintenance of international peace and security through multilateralism, and cooperation between the UN and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Pakistan aims to promote inclusive and balanced outcomes, leveraging its experience in UN peacekeeping and peace-building efforts.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pakistan assumed the UNSC presidency for July 2025, with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirming the country's commitment to the UN Charter, international law, and multilateralism.
  • DPM Dar will chair two high-level signature events: Maintenance of International Peace and Security through Multilateralism on July 22, and Cooperation Between the UN and the OIC on July 24.
  • Pakistan will preside over the quarterly open debate on Palestine on July 23, aiming to promote inclusive and balanced engagement.
  • The country will continue to pursue a transparent, balanced, and consultative approach in preparing the Council's Programme of Work for July.
  • Pakistan aims to serve as a bridge between the UNSC and broader UN membership, guided by the belief that maintenance of international peace and security is a shared responsibility.

Statistics:

  • Pakistan assumes the UNSC presidency for the month of July 2025.
  • The UNSC consists of 15 member states, with Pakistan serving as an elected member during its 8th term (2025-26).
  • Pakistan's experience in UN peacekeeping and peace-building efforts dates back to its contributions to maintaining international peace and security.

Sources:

  • "DPM Dar reiterates Pakistan's commitment to UN Charter, international law, and multilateralism as it assumes UNSC presidency for July 2025."

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"Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar assumes responsibility as President of the UN Security Council for the month of July 2025."

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