UN Secretary-General’s Remarks Regarding the Ceasefire Agreement and Regional Peace Pakistan acknowledges with thanks the statement issued by the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres

UN Secretary-General’s Remarks Regarding the Ceasefire Agreement and Regional Peace Pakistan acknowledges with thanks the statement issued by the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, welcoming the recent ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India. Pakistan concurs with the Secretary-General’s assessment that this development represents a positive step toward promoting an environment conducive to durable peace and stability in South Asia. In this context, Pakistan reiterates that the just and peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and the legitimate aspirations of the Kashmiri people, remains essential for the realization of lasting peace in the region. Pakistan attaches high importance to the role of the United Nations in promoting peace and regional stability. We remain steadfast in our commitment to constructive and result-oriented dialogue, based on the principles of the UN Charter and international law, with a view to ensuring peace, security, and development for the peoples of South Asia.