Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir called on UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres at the United Nations Headquarters, New York on Saturday.
The visit was part of his ongoing visit to the USA where he already met the top military and government officials and discussed pathways to enhance the defence cooperation between the two countries.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the UN Secretary General warmly welcomed the COAS’ visit and appreciated the contributions made by Pakistan Army and contingents of the Law Enforcement Agencies who have remained committed to the peace and stability of the world.
The Army Chief reaffirmed Pakistan’s continuous support to the United Nations in all its earnest efforts.
The COAS during his interaction particularly highlighted about the ongoing Kashmir and Gaza issues.
He said that “peace in South Asia will remain elusive until a peaceful solution to the longstanding Kashmir dispute is found in accordance with UNSC resolutions and the aspirations of Kashmiri people.”
The COAS also condemned unilateral and illegal Indian efforts to change the status of Jammu & Kashmir as it is in violation of UN Security Council Resolutions.
He reiterated Pakistan’s stance on the Palestine issue and urged the UNSG to mobilize the international community for immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza to prevent the unfolding human tragedy and highlighted that enduring solution to the issue lies in Two State Solution.
The COAS particularly shared deep concerns over the plight of the innocent civilians who were being brutally targeted and were not being provided with sufficient humanitarian relief.
The UNSG acknowledged the concerns and thanked General Syed Asim Munir for the visit to the UN Headquarters.
