DPM Ishaq Dar thanks UN member states for overwhelming support
Pakistan has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Tuesday.
In a post on X, DPM Ishaq Dar thanked all UN member states for electing Pakistan with an “overwhelming majority.” He said the victory reflects global recognition of Pakistan’s strong human rights record and its active role in promoting international peace and cooperation.
Dar described Pakistan’s election to the UNHRC as “a recognition of its solid credentials and continued contributions toward strengthening the global human rights framework.” He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to work with the international community on principles of tolerance, respect, consensus, and constructive engagement.
Pakistan has played a vital role in promoting peace, stability, and human rights around the world. The country remains one of the top troop-contributing nations to UN peacekeeping missions, helping maintain international security and humanitarian efforts.
In July, Pakistan assumed the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month. Earlier, it was appointed vice-chair of the UNSC Counter-Terrorism Committee, responsible for implementing Resolution 1373 (2001) on global counter-terrorism measures.
The UNSC is the only UN body authorized to make legally binding decisions, including imposing sanctions and approving the use of force. Its five permanent members—the United States, United Kingdom, China, France, and Russia—hold veto powers, while ten non-permanent members are elected for two-year terms, with five new members joining annually.
Last month, Pakistan urged the UN to strengthen and better equip its peacekeeping operations to address the root causes of global conflicts. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s permanent representative to the UN, emphasized that missions should be empowered to maintain ceasefires, prevent escalation, and promote dialogue to achieve lasting peace.
