UNITED NATIONS, JAN 23 (DNA): Pakistan has called for faithful implementation of the recent ceasefire agreement between the Syrian Government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a US-backed Kurdish-led group, in an effort to advance Syria’s stability and security and uphold its unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity after years of devastating conflict in the Arab country.

“All state institutions and security structures must operate under a single, central framework to ensure effective governance,” Ambassador Usman Jadoon, acting permanent representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, told  the UN Security Council on Thursday.

In this regard, he also welcomed the Presidential decree concerning the Kurdish community, pointing out that measures aimed at ensuring equal citizenship, cultural and linguistic recognition, and inclusive participation were important to strengthen social cohesion and national reconciliation.

“Inclusivity and respect for diversity remain essential for sustainable peace,” the Pakistani envoy said.

Thus Syria, he said was witnessing “positive movement” on political and institutional tracks and encouraging progress on recovery and reconciliation.

At the same time, Ambassador Jadoon voiced serious concern over the persistence of terrorist incidents and the presence of foreign terrorists fighters, with  Daesh and other groups, including foreign terrorist fighters, continuing to exploit the situation.

Pakistan, he said,  condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and underscores the need for sustained counter-terrorism efforts, including disarmament, demobilization and reintegration in line with international obligations.

Also, despite Syria’s continued efforts to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic avenues, repeated violations of Syria’s sovereignty by Israel undermine stability and risk further escalation, the Pakistani envoy said.

He reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to stand with Syria and its people, to support an inclusive, Syrian-owned and Syrian-led political process, to uphold Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity

“We remain ready to work with Council members, regional partners, UN entities and the international community to enable the brotherly Syrian people to rebuild their country in dignity and stability for achieving lasting peace and prosperity.”