ISLAMABAD, MAY 25 /DNA/ – The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, will depart Beijing for New York for a visit from 26–28 May 2026.

In New York, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister will participate tomorrow, on 26 May 2026 in the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on “Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the UN-centered International System.” The debate has been convened under the rotating Presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of May 2026 by the People’s Republic of China and will be chaired by Foreign Minister of China, His Excellency Wang Yi.

Pakistan welcomes this timely initiative by China, which highlights the importance of strengthening multilateralism and upholding the central role of the United Nations in addressing today’s complex global challenges.

On 28 May, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister will also attend the meeting of the Group of Friends on Global Governance, held under the theme “Reforming and Improving Global Governance, Working Together to Address Global Challenges.”

On the sidelines, he will also hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts as well as senior United Nations officials.

Pakistan remains a steadfast supporter of multilateralism and stands ready to contribute constructively to collective efforts for global peace, security, and development.