PM Shehbaz Sharif Embarks on UK, US Visit to Attend UN General Assembly Session

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for the United Kingdom, where he will spend two days before heading to the United States to attend the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.

UN General Assembly Session

The high-level debate will take place from September 24 to 30, with PM Sharif addressing the Assembly on September 26. This marks his second speech to the General Assembly, following his previous address in 2022.

Global Leaders’ Participation

More than 130 world leaders have confirmed their participation in the debate, which will focus on international peace and security issues. The session comes amid heightening tensions worldwide, including conflicts in Palestine, Ukraine, and Sudan.

PM Sharif’s Agenda

During his visit, PM Sharif will:

• Reaffirm Pakistan’s commitment to multilateralism
• Emphasize the importance of addressing long-standing issues, including Palestine and Indian-held Kashmir
• Attend high-level meetings, including discussions on sea-level rise and the UN Security Council’s open debate on leadership for peace
• Engage in bilateral meetings with world leaders and the UN secretary-general
• Meet with the Pakistani diaspora

Conclusion

PM Sharif’s participation in the UN General Assembly session underscores Pakistan’s commitment to global cooperation and peace. His address on September 26 is highly anticipated, as he will share Pakistan’s perspective on pressing global issues.

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