BRUSSELS, (Unib Rashid) — Pakistan’s Ambassador to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg, Rahim Hayat Qureshi, has emphasised that respecting international agreements is essential for maintaining global stability and upholding international law.

He expressed these views while addressing a meeting at the European Parliament on “The Future of Global Governance.” The meeting was organised by Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) Andrej Dostál and Michael von der Schulenburg.

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Drawing the international community’s attention to the Indus Waters Treaty and the Kashmir dispute, Ambassador Qureshi described India’s unilateral actions as a threat to the future of the global governance system.

He reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm belief in the central role of the United Nations and the importance of multilateralism in promoting international peace and stability. He stressed that respect for international agreements was indispensable to maintaining the credibility of international law and ensuring a stable global order.

The ambassador further noted that the selective application of international law was undermining its credibility and weakening cooperation among states.

He emphasised that relations between states should be based on the principle of equal rights. He also highlighted the importance of including all relevant stakeholders in discussions concerning United Nations reforms and matters of global interest.

Ambassador Qureshi called for greater international cooperation to establish an inclusive global financial system, address climate change and advance collaboration in emerging technologies.

He stressed that reforms to the global governance system must be guided by the principles of inclusivity and fairness, stating that all stakeholders should have a voice in matters affecting them.

Following the meeting, Czech Member of the European Parliament Andrej Dostál strongly supported Pakistan’s position on the Indus Waters Treaty.

German MEP Michael von der Schulenburg also echoed Pakistan’s stance, urging the international community to play its role in ensuring the implementation of and compliance with the Indus Waters Treaty.The meeting was attended by representatives of various diplomatic missions based in Brussels, as well as Counsellor Nasir Chaudhry.

Ambassador Qureshi also underscored the importance of resolving the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant United Nations resolutions.