"MUNIR AKRAM"

After rejecting an amendment proposed by Canada and the United States, the General Assembly, by 120 votes in favour, 14 against and 45 abstentions adopted a resolution calling for an immediate and sustained humanitarian truce in Gaza. UNIFEED

UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged donor countries, international financial institutions and relevant organizations, along with the private sector and civil society to fully support efforts to help the Government and the people of Pakistan in the wake of devastating floods. UNIFEED / FILE

The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution on a humanitarian exception in the UN sanctions regime applicable in Afghanistan. UNIFEED

Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations Munir Akram briefs the press following Security Council consultations.

Amid threats to sustainable development progress, partnership key to end climate, COVID‑19 crises, Economic and Social Council President tells General Assembly.

Informal comments to the media by Munir Akram, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, following Security Council consultations on Afghanistan.

Pakistan’s Ambassador Munir Akram said the “ideal” time to end the Afghan conflict through negotiations “might have been when the US and NATO troops were at their maximum military strength.” He added that “a continuation of foreign military presence for a longer duration now, would not have yielded any positive outcome.” UNIFEED

Munir Akram, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, presents Pakistan’s position on Afghanistan following a Security Council briefing.

Noon briefing by Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

General Assembly adopts resolutions aimed at ensuring global access to eye care, combating illicit trafficking in wildlife, highlighting links with 2030 Agenda.