New York: Pakistan has pledged to collaborate with other developing nations on pressing global issues, according to Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi. In a meeting with United Nations General Assembly President Philemon Yang in New York, Fatemi emphasized the importance of international cooperation and Pakistan’s role in key areas such as development and financial reforms.

Fatemi highlighted the significance of the Pact for the Future, adopted last year, as a catalyst for restoring global cooperation. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to work alongside developing countries on development, financial debt, and the reform of the international financial architecture.

As a non-permanent member of the Security Council, Pakistan is focused on advocating for a more democratic and accountable Security Council. Fatemi expressed support for the Uniting for Consensus group’s proposal to create more non-permanent members, ensuring equitable geographical representation and accountability.

The discussion also touched upon the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, with Fatemi briefing Yang on the denial of self-determination to the Kashmiri people. He further expressed Pakistan’s concern over Israel’s actions against Palestinians, advocating for the implementation of a ceasefire agreement and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state as a pathway to peace in the Middle East.

Yang expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s support towards the General Assembly’s initiatives, acknowledging the country’s contributions to international cooperation and peacekeeping efforts.