NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in New York to lead Pakistan’s delegation at the 81st UN General Assembly session.
Mr Shehbaz is visiting the United States at a time when the UN General Assembly’s high-level debate is expected to be dominated by the rapidly evolving security situation in the Middle East, including the continuing conflict involving Washington and Tehran and wider regional tensions.
The premier is scheduled to address the UN General Assembly on Sept 25, where he is expected to highlight Pakistan’s position on regional conflicts, Palestine, Kashmir, global security and climate challenges.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the premier will present Pakistan’s position on regional and global security developments and emphasise dialogue, diplomacy, restraint and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.
Pakistan is also expected to highlight its diplomatic and mediation efforts aimed at reducing tensions and promoting peace and stability in the region specifically in the context to the Iran-US war.
The prime minister’s address will also cover issues including sustainable development, climate change, counter-terrorism, Islamophobia and global economic challenges. He is expected to draw international attention to the long-standing issues of Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the question of the right to self-determination.
