UN secretary-general candidate Macky Sall calls on PM Shehbaz

WEB DESK: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met former Senegalese president and United Nations secretary-general candidate Macky Sall, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to multilateral cooperation and its support for the UN’s central role in addressing global challenges.

During the meeting at the Prime Minister’s House, PM Shehbaz welcomed Sall and reiterated Pakistan’s longstanding support for the United Nations, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office.

Pakistan reiterates support for UN

The prime minister expressed hope that the next leadership of the UN would effectively advance the organisation’s three core pillars international peace and security, development, and human rights in a balanced manner.

He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, implementation of United Nations Security Council resolutions in letter and spirit, and respect for international law and treaties as essential to promoting global peace, security and prosperity.

Sall praises Pakistan’s role

Sall acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding contributions to the United Nations and praised its constructive role in advancing international peace and multilateral cooperation. The meeting took place as prospective candidates continue diplomatic outreach ahead of the selection process for the next UN secretary-general.