United Nations (TDI): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has called for stronger collaboration between the United Nations and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), stressing that deeper ties between the two bodies are essential to promoting global peace, addressing rising religious intolerance, and defending the rights of communities under oppression.
Chairing a high-level UN Security Council meeting in New York, Dar spoke during a special session devoted to the theme of cooperation between the UN and regional organizations, with a particular focus on the OIC.
In his remarks, Dar described the OIC as a vital link between regional and international efforts, one that helps synchronize political vision with humanitarian goals.
He noted that the organization’s strength lies not just in its diverse membership but in the clarity of its mission, upholding justice, defending sovereignty, and advancing unity among nations.
“The OIC stands out not only because of its size, but also because of the values it upholds, values that reflect a commitment to dignity, sovereignty, and collective solidarity,” he said.
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Expressing concern over the surge in Islamophobia and religious hatred worldwide, Dar warned that such trends run counter to the principles on which the United Nations was founded. He urged nations to work together to combat these divisive forces.
“Religious bigotry has no place in a just world, it challenges the very foundation of the UN Charter,” he stated.
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Dar went on to highlight the OIC’s consistent support for the Palestinian cause and its long-standing advocacy for the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
He reiterated Pakistan’s call for an end to what he termed India’s illegal occupation of Kashmir, and reaffirmed support for the right to self-determination in both Palestine and Kashmir.
Farkhund Yousafzai is an Associate Editor at The Diplomatic Insight.
