Pakistan Permanent Representative to the world body, Munir Akram has stated that its primary aim at the United Nations with regard to Jammu and Kashmir is to secure the recognized right of self-determination for Kashmiri people. In a message on UN Day, Munir Akram said Pakistan has welcomed the UN Secretary-General statement that the Jammu and Kashmir dispute should be resolved on the basis of the UN Charter and the Security Council resolutions. He stated that Pakistan is one of major contributors of troops to UN peacekeeping - contributing 200,000 troops in 47 UN peacekeeping missions - with an outstanding record of performance.

At the United Nations, Pakistan primary aim is to secure the recognized right to self-determination of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He said the UN Charter and resolutions prescribe that the final disposition of the state of Jammu and Kashmir will be determined through a free and fair plebiscite under the UN auspices. Munir Akram said Pakistan will continue to press for the implementation of the UN Security Council resolutions on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. On United Nations Day and the commemoration of the 77th Anniversary of the United Nations, I warmly congratulate the UN community on behalf of Pakistan, says a press release received here today New York.

The United Nations was established to maintain international peace and security and save succeeding generations from the scourge of war promote the economic and social development of all nations as well as to promote better living standards in larger freedoms through international economic cooperation. He stated that many regional conflicts were resolved or contained because most States have adhered to the UN Charter principles. Likewise, universal prosperity was not achieved although living standards improved for millions. The developing countries now face the triple food, fuel and finance crisis. We need emergency action to support the poorest and most vulnerable countries and structural changes to redress the systemic deficiencies that have perpetuated and exacerbated inequality among and within nations.

He said that Pakistan has a long history of active participation and constructive leadership at the UN on development, security, human rights, and other issues. Pakistan has served 8 times on the Security Council; it was elected 6 times as the President of the Economic and Social Council; and has been almost continuously on the Human Rights Council. Pakistan is one of major contributors of troops to UN peacekeeping  contributing 200,000 troops in 47 UN peacekeeping missions - with an outstanding record of performance. At the United Nations, Pakistan primary aim is to secure the recognized right to self-determination of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

We have welcomed the UN Secretary-General statement that the Jammu and Kashmir dispute should be resolved on the basis of the UN Charter and the Security Council resolutions which prescribe that the final disposition of the state will be determined through a free and fair plebiscite under UN auspices. Pakistan will continue to press for the implementation of the Security Council resolutions. The UN membership furthermore recognizes Pakistan critical role in stabilizing Afghanistan by preventing a humanitarian crisis and economic collapse, promoting peace through reconciliation, and eliminating the threat of terrorism from Afghanistan's territory. Pakistan also plays a key role in promoting Islamic causes at the UN. Pakistan led the OIC countries in the adoption by consensus of the General Assembly resolution which declared March 15, as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan-INP