WEBDESK: Pakistan assumed the UN Security Council presidency on Tuesday, as the world grapples with escalating conflicts, complex geopolitical tensions, and mounting doubts over the effectiveness of global institutions.
When the world is struggling with the rising tensions in various regions, increasing geopolitical polarities, and diminishing faith in multilateral institutions, Pakistan came to preside over the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
This marks Pakistan’s eighth term on the 15-member Security Council, and its first presidency since 2013.
Pakistan began its current two-year term as a non-permanent member in January 2025, and will serve until the end of 2026.
Speaking to Pakistani media, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Munir Akram, acknowledged the challenges facing the international system today.
He said Pakistan is taking up the UNSC presidency at a time of growing global instability, intensifying conflicts, complex geopolitical circumstances, and serious threats to international peace and security.
While the presidency of the Security Council rotates monthly and does not carry executive powers, it allows the presiding country to influence the agenda, an opportunity that carries weight at a time when the Council is increasingly viewed as ineffective, particularly on issues such as Gaza and Ukraine.
With global confidence in multilateral mechanisms under strain, Pakistan’s leadership, though brief, will be closely observed.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s longstanding stance on the peaceful resolution of conflicts, Ambassador Akram said Pakistan has consistently advocated for diplomacy and dialogue.
“We will bring a principled and balanced approach to the work of the Security Council,” he stated.
He further pledged to strengthen multilateral goals and deepen cooperation with other UNSC members.
“During Pakistan’s presidency, we aim to promote transparency, equal participation, and accountability,” he added.
“We will work with other Council members in a spirit of cooperation for collective and timely action, in line with the UN Charter and the expectations of the international community,” the ambassador said.
Pakistan assumes the rotating presidency of the Security Council for the month of July.
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