DPM Dar says UN chief to visit Pakistan 'soon'
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday that United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres would visit Pakistan “soon”, likely before the end of his tenure. In a press briefing, Dar said that the UN chief held a meeting with the Pakistan delegation at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York in September. “We have invited him to Pakistan and the UN…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar announced on Friday that United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres is set to visit Pakistan "soon," most likely before the end of his term. Speaking at a press briefing, Dar revealed that the UN chief met with the Pakistani delegation at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York in September.
He stated that an invitation has been extended to Guterres, who has accepted the invitation. Dar praised Guterres as a staunch supporter of Pakistan and highlighted his crucial role in assisting the nation during crises. The deputy premier noted that Guterres's term will conclude on December 31st of this year, and the visit to Pakistan is expected to occur "before this."
The government will announce the details of the visit, which Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Guterres to undertake. Dar expressed optimism that the visit will be a memorable occasion.
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