
Islamabad, 4 November, 2026 (Kamran Raja): The First Committee of the United Nations General Assembly has adopted three resolutions presented by Pakistan with overwhelming support, reflecting the country’s continued commitment to international peace, regional security and arms control. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the resolutions focus on security assurances for non-nuclear-weapon states, regional arms control and confidence-building measures. The resolution on confidence-building measures in regional and sub-regional contexts was adopted without a vote, while the resolution concerning conventional arms control received 180 votes in favour. Earlier, another resolution aimed at protecting non-nuclear-weapon states against the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons was approved with 122 votes, with no votes cast against it. The Foreign Office stated that Pakistan has consistently advocated arms control, regional disarmament and confidence-building initiatives at the United Nations for several decades. These resolutions seek to reduce global and regional security threats, strengthen mutual trust and promote lasting peace and stability.