DPM/FM Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to UN peacekeeping

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 29th May, 2026) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to United Nations peacekeeping, describing it as one of the most practical, visible and effective tools for maintaining international peace and security, while expressing solidarity with peacekeepers serving around the world.

In a message on the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister said Pakistan joined the international community in paying tribute to the courage, dedication and sacrifice of United Nations peacekeepers serving for the maintenance of international peace and security.

He also honoured the memory of 183 Pakistani peacekeepers who had made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty under the UN flag.

Pakistan has remained one of the leading troops contributing countries (TCCs) to United Nations peacekeeping for more than six decades. Over 270,000 Pakistani peacekeepers have served with distinction in 48 United Nations missions across the world.

The message said their professionalism, discipline and commitment reflected Pakistan’s abiding faith in multilateralism and in the purposes and principles of the UN Charter.

In an effort to share its extensive experience in UN peacekeeping, Pakistan established the Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS), which has imparted professional training in UN peacekeeping to officers from more than 50 friendly countries.

Pakistan is also host to one of the oldest United Nations peacekeeping missions, the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP).

The deputy prime minister said recent developments in the region underscored the continued relevance of the mission and reinforced the need for a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

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He noted that this year’s commemoration was taking place at a challenging moment for UN peacekeeping, with missions operating in increasingly complex political and security environments while also facing serious financial and operational constraints.

“These challenges require renewed political support, adequate and predictable resources, and realistic mandates matched with the capabilities needed for safe and effective implementation,” the DPM/FM added.

Pakistan, he said believes that reform of peacekeeping is necessary and must strengthen peacekeeping. Peacekeeping operations, it said, must become more agile, better equipped, more technologically enabled and more responsive to realities on the ground.

The deputy prime minister stressed that ending impunity for crimes against peacekeepers was essential not only to deliver justice for the victims and their families, but also to deter future attacks and protect those serving under the United Nations.

Pakistan also highlighted the contribution of its women peacekeepers, who have served with distinction in several missions and continue to strengthen the effectiveness, credibility and inclusivity of United Nations peacekeeping.

He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to enhancing the meaningful participation of women in peace operations, including in operational and leadership roles.

As a current member of the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan will continue to work with partners to strengthen peacekeeping, including through efforts to improve mandate design, enhance safety and security, promote accountability, and ensure predictable financing.

On this day, Pakistan reaffirmed its solidarity with all peacekeepers serving around the world, DPM/FM Ishaq Dar said adding that it remained ready to continue its contribution to the cause of peace.