Amid rising global tensions and weakened trust in multilateral institutions, Pakistan has assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council as of July 1, 2025. This symbolic yet influential role comes during a time of escalating conflicts, complex geopolitical challenges, and threats to international security.
This marks Pakistan’s eighth term on the 15-member Council and its first presidency since 2013. Pakistan’s two-year tenure as a non-permanent member began in January 2025 and will last until December 2026.
Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, emphasized the strategic importance of this presidency during turbulent times. “Pakistan assumes this responsibility amid growing instability and serious threats to global peace and security,” he noted.
Leveraging the Presidency to Advance Global Peace
Though the presidency is rotated monthly and holds no executive power, it allows the presiding nation to shape the Council’s agenda and tone. At a time when the UNSC faces stalemates on pressing issues like Gaza and Ukraine, all eyes will be on Pakistan’s approach.
Ambassador Ahmad reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful conflict resolution, dialogue, and diplomacy, highlighting the nation’s consistent advocacy for multilateral solutions. “We aim to bring a principled and balanced perspective to the Security Council’s proceedings, emphasizing inclusivity, transparency, and responsiveness,” he stated.
During its presidency, Pakistan aims to promote multilateralism and foster cooperation among UNSC members. Ambassador Ahmad pledged that Pakistan will work collaboratively to ensure collective and timely actions aligned with the UN Charter and global expectations.
