Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, with discussions focusing on regional security, the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and terrorism emanating from Afghanistan.
During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, the prevailing regional security environment and the United Nations’ role in promoting international peace and security.
Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to international peace and highlighted the country’s contributions to UN peacekeeping missions. He also appreciated the United Nations’ role under Secretary-General Guterres in advancing peace, stability and humanitarian cooperation.
The UN chief paid tribute to Pakistan and its armed forces for their sacrifices and contributions to the war against terrorism and UN peacekeeping operations. He acknowledged Pakistan’s continued commitment to international peace and security and specifically appreciated its efforts to promote peaceful resolutions to regional conflicts.
The meeting underscored the importance of international cooperation in addressing regional security challenges, resolving longstanding disputes and advancing peace and stability.
