inequality - The Pakistan Times

United Nations, June 19, 2025(Kamran Raja): Highlighting the correlation of development and sustainable peace with human rights, Pakistan has stated that poverty, exclusion, inequality, and the denial of fundamental rights are not just development concerns; rather they are among the deep-rooted structural causes of conflict. While delivering a national statement during UN Security Council Open Debate on Poverty, Under-development ad Conflict: Implications for the Maintenance of International Peace and Security, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, said that without addressing these underlying drivers, peace efforts will remain incomplete, fragile and short-lived.He said that the world today is witnessing growing insecurity, deepening inequalities,...

March 20, 2024, New York: Ambassador Munir Akram, the Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, attended a special ceremony held at the UN headquarters to celebrate the International Day of Nowruz. He delivered an address on the occasion, celebrating the arrival of spring and the cultural significance it holds for millions of people across the globe.In his statement, Ambassador Akram highlighted the essence of Nowruz as a symbol of nature's renewal and the resilience of the human spirit. He emphasized the importance of Nowruz as a moment for forgiveness, fresh beginnings, and embracing one another.Quoting the renowned Pakistani poet Nasir Kazmi, Ambassador Akram captured the spirit of Nowruz, describing it as a festival of hope, joy, and blessings. He underscored ...

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At UNSC, Pakistan Urges Global Action to Address Root Causes of Conflict & Sustainable Peace

Nowruz is not just a celebration but also a moment of deep reflection: Amb Munir Akram*