New York: In a firm and passionate speech at the United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored Pakistan’s unwavering positions on regional tensions, international conflicts, and humanitarian issues, while offering a clear warning to India and voicing strong solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Opening his remarks with a recitation from the Holy Quran, the Prime Minister lauded UN Secretary-General António Guterres for his leadership in navigating an increasingly unstable global environment.
Highlighting the deeply interconnected crises confronting the world — including armed conflicts, extremism, climate disasters, and widespread human rights violations — PM Sharif painted a picture of a planet in peril. He emphasized that while Pakistan seeks peaceful coexistence, it remains fully prepared to defend itself against any form of aggression.
Referring to recent escalations along the eastern border, the Prime Minister accused India of initiating hostilities in May and claimed that Pakistan responded robustly, reportedly downing seven Indian fighter jets. He praised the strategic leadership of Field Marshal General Asim Munir and paid tribute to the armed forces and national martyrs, vowing that Pakistan will remain steadfast in confronting threats from its neighbor.
PM Sharif also turned the world’s attention to the dire situation in Palestine, condemning Israeli actions as one of the darkest episodes in modern history. He urged the global community to stand by the Palestinian people and push for the creation of a sovereign, independent Palestinian state.
Further, the Prime Minister addressed global challenges such as climate change, disinformation campaigns, and the spread of hate-based ideologies, calling for a collective international response.
On the issue of water security, he issued a stern warning that any breach of the Indus Waters Treaty by India would be seen as a direct threat to Pakistan’s sovereignty, equating such actions with acts of war. Water, he asserted, is not just a resource but a matter of national survival.
Despite the confrontational tone on key security issues, PM Sharif extended an olive branch, inviting India to choose the path of dialogue and mutual respect. He emphasized that the South Asian region needs statesmanship grounded in responsibility and foresight, not provocation and hostility.
The Prime Minister’s address firmly conveyed Pakistan’s positions on foreign policy, national defense, and international human rights, reinforcing its call for a more just and peaceful world order.
