Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Asim Iftikhar met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to discuss the escalating tensions in South Asia, particularly between Pakistan and India.

During the meeting held at the UN headquarters, Ambassador Iftikhar conveyed Islamabad’s concerns over the deteriorating regional situation and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability in South Asia.

According to a statement issued by Pakistan’s Mission to the UN, the two sides held an in-depth discussion on the current geopolitical climate in the region. The ambassador highlighted what he described as “extremely provocative and irresponsible actions” by India, which he warned pose a serious threat to regional peace.

In his remarks, the Pakistani envoy urged the UN to play a proactive role in defusing tensions and ensuring adherence to international law and the UN Charter.

Ambassador Iftikhar is also scheduled to address an important press conference in New York today at 8pm Pakistan Standard Time, where he is expected to brief international media on the outcomes of his meeting with the Secretary-General and Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach regarding the situation in South Asia.

Earlier, the ambassador had also briefed envoys of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) group at the UN, apprising them of Pakistan’s concerns over India’s actions and calling for a united response to uphold peace and justice in the region.

The meeting comes at a time of renewed diplomatic friction between Islamabad and New Delhi, with Pakistan seeking international support to counter what it sees as aggressive posturing by its eastern neighbour.