Ishaq Dar Reaffirms Pakistan’s UN Charter Commitment in Guterres Talks

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On July 21, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar met United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres in New York, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to the UN Charter during its presidency of the UN Security Council (UNSC). The talks focused on advancing peace, addressing regional disputes, and strengthening multilateralism. This article explores Dar’s pledges, Pakistan’s UN role, and the challenges it aims to tackle.

During the meeting at UN Headquarters, Dar emphasized Pakistan’s dedication to the UN Charter’s principles, particularly peaceful conflict resolution, as reported by ARY News. As UNSC president for July 2025, Pakistan is hosting key events, including an open debate on multilateralism and a briefing with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), both chaired by Dar. “Pakistan stands firm in promoting dialogue and diplomacy,” he stated, per Dunya News, underscoring the nation’s role in fostering global stability. Guterres commended Pakistan’s contributions to UN peacekeeping and its proactive stance, noting plans for further engagement in New York.

Dar highlighted pressing regional issues, including India’s violations of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, which he labeled a threat to South Asian stability. He reiterated Pakistan’s call for Kashmiri self-determination, aligning with UNSC resolutions, and condemned India’s provocative actions, as noted by Dawn. Additionally, Dar voiced Pakistan’s support for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, opposing Israel’s annexation plans in the West Bank, reflecting a commitment to human rights and sovereignty.

The meeting also addressed global challenges like sustainable development and climate goals. Dar stressed the need for financial reforms to support developing nations, echoing Guterres’ push for equitable systems, per The Express Tribune. Pakistan’s “Uraan Pakistan” initiative aims to drive economic growth while aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With its UNSC presidency, Pakistan seeks to lead by example, advocating for a world order rooted in fairness, dialogue, and respect for international law.