London (TDI): 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting convened on Sunday at Lancaster House, bringing together foreign ministers and senior officials from across the Commonwealth to discuss priorities ahead of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Pakistan used the platform to call for a more agile, practical and reformed Commonwealth capable of addressing contemporary global challenges.
Pakistan was represented at the meeting by High Commissioner Dr. Mohammad Faisal on behalf of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who was unable to attend due to the prevailing regional situation.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Faisal underscored the need for the Commonwealth to evolve in response to a rapidly changing global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, fragmentation and growing pressure on traditional multilateral institutions.
Pakistan Calls for a Bold, Practical and Reformed Commonwealth at the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting
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He noted that the current environment presents both a challenge and an opportunity for the organization to reaffirm its relevance and collective purpose.
“The Commonwealth must become more agile, inclusive and results-oriented,” he said, stressing that the grouping should adapt its structures and priorities to respond effectively to emerging global realities.
At the same time, he cautioned member states against the creation of new power centers within multilateral organizations, emphasizing the need for balanced and inclusive decision-making.
Referring to reform proposals put forward by Secretary-General Patricia Scotland, he said member states should engage seriously and constructively with the initiative.
He added that foreign ministers and leaders of the Commonwealth must take a proactive role in shaping reforms while strengthening cooperation among member countries.
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From Pakistan’s perspective, he stressed that the organization should prioritize practical outcomes that deliver tangible benefits to citizens across the Commonwealth.
These include boosting economic resilience, facilitating trade and investment flows, addressing debt sustainability challenges, and advancing sustainable development goals.
“The Commonwealth must focus on initiatives that directly improve the lives of our peoples,” he said, calling on member states to seize the current period of global transition to reposition the organization as a credible platform for action, solidarity and shared prosperity.
Dr. Faisal reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to working closely with fellow Commonwealth members to pursue meaningful reforms and practical initiatives.
He stressed that strengthening cooperation and modernizing the organization would ensure that the Commonwealth remains relevant, resilient and responsive to the needs of its citizens in an increasingly complex global environment.
