Pakistan will continue to work with the UN to make the world a better place for all: PM Shehbaz
ISLAMABAD, Oct 24 (SABAH): Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to multilateralism.
In a post on his X handle on the occasion of 79th Anniversary of the United Nations, PM Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan will continue to work with the UN to make the world a better place for all where rights of peoples especially those struggling for their just, legitimate and inalienable rights are realized.
The Prime Minister said it is an occasion to recommit to the principles and objectives of the UN Charter, which provides the basis for a peaceful and prosperous world.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said the growing number of international conflicts including conventional crises such as climate change, heightened geo political tensions, major power rivalry and deepening economic woes of Global South are a strong evidence of world order being in massive disarray. At the heart of this global crisis is the United Nations’ inability to enforce its Charter in an equitable manner, especially when the matter involves the question of the right of self-determination for peoples under foreign occupation such as in Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir. He noted that the crises will continue to deepen as long as the provisions of the UN’s founding document are ignored.
Meanwhile Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif says our government is steadfast in its efforts to make Pakistan polio-free, ensuring a future where no child is affected by this preventable disease.
In his message on World Polio Day, observed on Thursday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said due to the tireless work of our health workers and international partners like WHO, UNICEF, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, we have made significant progress in reducing polio cases.
The Prime Minister, however, said challenges remain, including security concerns, misinformation and access to remote areas.
He said we unite to raise awareness and renew our commitment to eradicating polio – a disease that has impacted millions of children. Pakistan stands with the global community in this mission.
PM Shehbaz Sharif said despite these obstacles, our health workers continue to work bravely to vaccinate every child.
He said we are improving health infrastructure, increasing vaccine coverage, and combating misinformation through our National Emergency Action Plan.
The Prime Minister said our regional collaboration, especially with Afghanistan, is vital to controlling cross-border transmission.
He said this fight is about more than polio – it’s about building a robust public health system and safeguarding the health of future generations.
The Prime Minister urged all parents to vaccinate their children and call on community leaders to spread the message of polio eradication.
He said Pakistan is committed to becoming polio-free, and together, with the support of our citizens and global partners, we will achieve this goal.