Pakistan reaffirms commitment to multilateralism, peace

October 12, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to multilateralism, international cooperation and the promotion of peace through dialogue and mutual understanding, voicing firm support for multilateral institutions, South-South cooperation and joint efforts to tackle global challenges, particularly those facing developing countries.

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Pakistan’s Representative to UNESCO Syed Tauqeer Hussain Shah delivered the national statement at the 225th Session of the UNESCO Executive Board, according to a press release issued.

He stressed the urgent need to protect human life, educational institutions and cultural heritage amid conflicts and crises, especially in Gaza, and called for an international action plan to address the challenge of out-of-school children.

He also pressed for equitable access to scientific knowledge, stronger international scientific collaboration and a reduction in technological inequalities.

Further it was highlighted that racism, misogyny, Islamophobia, disinformation and hate speech must be countered, while artificial intelligence and emerging technologies should be governed responsibly and ethically.

Pakistan further backed institutional reform of UNESCO to make the organisation more effective and raise its impact worldwide.

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