Pakistan, China Call for Advancing Peace in South Asia Through Multilateral Cooperation

Both sides agree that aggressive posturing and unilateral actions threaten peace in the region and must be firmly opposed

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UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan and China on Monday called for advancing peace with responsibility in South Asia through multilateral cooperation and adherence to international law, warning that aggressive posturing and unilateral actions pose serious threats to regional security.

This was agreed during a meeting between China’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Fu Cong, and Pakistan’s high-level parliamentary delegation led by former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in New York.

“Both sides agreed that aggressive posturing and unilateral actions threaten peace in the region and must be firmly opposed,” according to a statement.

Pakistan and China expressed a shared commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes, multilateral cooperation, upholding the principles of the UN Charter, preserving the sanctity of treaties and respecting international law.

The meeting discussed the evolving security situation in South Asia in the wake of India’s recent aggression and Pakistan’s consistent efforts to uphold peace and stability.  

During the meeting, Bilawal expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the people of Pakistan to China for its unequivocal support during the Indian “provocation”.

Bilawal apprised the Chinese side of the developments following the Pahalgam attack and Pakistan’s responsible and restrained conduct in response to India’s belligerent posture.

The Pakistani delegation emphasised that it was regrettable that Pakistan’s offer of credible, impartial and independent investigations into the Pahalgam incident was rejected by India.

Bilawal reiterated the centrality of resolving the Jammu and Kashmir dispute for sustainable peace in South Asia and urged China to play its role in the resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the Security Council Resolutions through multilateral cooperation and engagement.

He emphasized the need for the international community to transition from conflict management to conflict resolution for lasting peace in South Asia.

The Pakistani delegation shared details of India’s attacks on Pakistani territory, its deliberate targeting of civilians, its active involvement in funding and supporting terrorism in Pakistan, and the provocative decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty — a move equated to the weaponization of water and a violation of international law.

Both sides agreed that aggressive posturing and unilateral actions threaten peace in the region and must be firmly opposed.

Pakistan wants peace with dignity

Earlier, upon reaching the United Nations, Bilawal said that he would become the voice of Pakistan at the United Nations.

He expressed these remarks ahead of the Pakistani delegation’s diplomacy on the international front to expose the nefarious designs of India.

Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Bilawal said that Pakistan seeks peace with dignity.

“As I arrive in New York to lead Pakistan’s delegation at the UN, I carry a clear message: Pakistan seeks peace with dignity, dialogue with purpose, and partnerships built on justice,” said Bilawal in his X post.

He added that the unresolved issue of Kashmir continues to threaten the regional peace and any aggression over shared water resources challenges not just Pakistan’s sovereignty, but global stability.

“We reject terrorism in all forms, yet oppose its misuse as a political tool to target Pakistan. Trade must become a bridge – not a battleground. It’s time for the world to engage, not ignore,” said Bilawal.

The Pakistani delegation will meet ambassadors of members of the UN Security Council.

The Pakistani delegation will also brief the UN Secretary-General, the President of the General Assembly, and members of the Security Council.

The Pakistani delegation includes Dr Mosaddiq Malik, Senator Sherry Rehman, Engr Khurram Dastgir Khan, Tehmina Janjua, Jalil Abbas Jilani and Hina Rabbani Khar.

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In an interview with Bloomberg in Washington, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari — who is heading a high-level parliamentary delegation — said India’s deployment of a nuclear-capable missile had dangerously lowered the threshold for military engagement between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. “This precedent makes the regional situation far more precarious,” Bhutto Zardari said. “In any future conflict, both countries could escalate far too quickly for any international partner to intervene effectively.” He warned that such escalation could happen without warning, leaving little room for diplomacy or restraint. “Pakistan is deeply concerned that in the event of a next crisis, the speed at which both sides climb the escalation ladder could be unprecedented.” Calling for a return to meaningful diplomacy, Bilawal reiterated Pakistan’s longstanding position in favour of comprehensive dialogue between India and Pakistan. “Our principled stance remains unchanged: dialogue is essential for peace and stability in the region,” he said. Criticising the Modi government’s current approach, Bilawal described it as dangerously provocative. “Their so-called ‘new normal’—what we call an abnormal—is that any terrorist incident anywhere in India, or in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, can lead to immediate escalation without even a shred of evidence. An accusation alone is enough to justify full-blown military action against Pakistan.” Following engagements in Washington and New York, the high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation, led by Bhutto Zardari, is expected to continue its diplomatic outreach with visits to key European capitals, including London and Brussels. Engaging key US lawmakers Meanwhile, the delegation conducted a series of meetings with US lawmakers on Capitol Hill. It with a bipartisan group of US lawmakers, including a key meeting with the Congressional Pakistan Caucus, co-chaired by Congressmen Jack Bergman and Tom Suozzi. During these discussions, Bilawal Bhutto briefed the members on “India’s recent acts of unprovoked aggression, including the targeting of civilians and the deeply concerning, unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, a clear breach of international law.” He extended appreciation to the United States, particularly “President Donald Trump, for his constructive role in helping de-escalate tensions and supporting efforts towards a ceasefire.” The former Foreign Minister emphasised that “sustainable peace in South Asia hinges on dialogue, restraint, and a just resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, rather than unilateralism or intimidation.” In separate meetings with other influential members of Congress, the delegation also met individually with Senator Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove, also a Democrat, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia; Congressman Tom Kean, a Republican Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Congressman John Moolenaar, a Republican Member of the House Appropriations Committee; Senator Jim Banks, a Republican Member of the Armed Services Committee; Senator Van Hollen, a Democrat; and Senator Cory Booker, also a Democrat. Throughout these engagements, the Pakistani delegation reiterated Pakistan’s principled stance on regional peace, counterterrorism efforts, and recent Indian aggression. They reaffirmed “Pakistan’s commitment to peace, responsible conduct, and rejection of baseless allegations.” The delegation underscored “the urgency of dialogue on Jammu and Kashmir, an unfinished agenda of the United Nations,” and stressed the imperative of “respect for international law, UNSC resolutions, and the Indus Waters Treaty, a lifeline for 240 million Pakistanis, now threatened by the dangerous precedent of weaponization of water.” Chairman Bhutto stressed the importance of trade among countries, calling it “a bridge for constructive engagement and the betterment of our people.” Members of Congress welcomed the Pakistani delegation, urging both countries to demonstrate restraint and prioritise regional peace and stability, according to the press release. They reiterated the US support for the people of Pakistan and its commitment to aiding the country’s economic development. The delegation includes several prominent members of Pakistan’s Parliament and former senior officials, including Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Musadik Masood Malik; Climate Change Committee Chair Senator Sherry Rehman (PPP), former Minister for Climate Change, and former Ambassador to the US Senator Bushra Anjum Butt (PML-N); Hina Rabbani Khar (MNA, PPP), Chair of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and former Foreign Minister; Senator Faisal Sabzwari (MQM); Engineer Khurram Dastagir Khan, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defense; Ambassador (r) Jalil Abbas Jilani, former Foreign Minister/Secretary; and Tehmina Janjua, a former Foreign Secretary.

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Criticising the Modi government’s current approach, Bilawal described it as dangerously provocative. “Their so-called ‘new normal’—what we call an abnormal—is that any terrorist incident anywhere in India, or in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, can lead to immediate escalation without even a shred of evidence. An accusation alone is enough to justify full-blown military action against Pakistan.” Following engagements in Washington and New York, the high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation, led by Bhutto Zardari, is expected to continue its diplomatic outreach with visits to key European capitals, including London and Brussels. Engaging key US lawmakers Meanwhile, the delegation conducted a series of meetings with US lawmakers on Capitol Hill. It with a bipartisan group of US lawmakers, including a key meeting with the Congressional Pakistan Caucus, co-chaired by Congressmen Jack Bergman and Tom Suozzi. During these discussions, Bilawal Bhutto briefed the members on “India’s recent acts of unprovoked aggression, including the targeting of civilians and the deeply concerning, unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, a clear breach of international law.” He extended appreciation to the United States, particularly “President Donald Trump, for his constructive role in helping de-escalate tensions and supporting efforts towards a ceasefire.” The former Foreign Minister emphasised that “sustainable peace in South Asia hinges on dialogue, restraint, and a just resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, rather than unilateralism or intimidation.” In separate meetings with other influential members of Congress, the delegation also met individually with Senator Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove, also a Democrat, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia; Congressman Tom Kean, a Republican Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Congressman John Moolenaar, a Republican Member of the House Appropriations Committee; Senator Jim Banks, a Republican Member of the Armed Services Committee; Senator Van Hollen, a Democrat; and Senator Cory Booker, also a Democrat. 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They reiterated the US support for the people of Pakistan and its commitment to aiding the country’s economic development. The delegation includes several prominent members of Pakistan’s Parliament and former senior officials, including Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Musadik Masood Malik; Climate Change Committee Chair Senator Sherry Rehman (PPP), former Minister for Climate Change, and former Ambassador to the US Senator Bushra Anjum Butt (PML-N); Hina Rabbani Khar (MNA, PPP), Chair of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and former Foreign Minister; Senator Faisal Sabzwari (MQM); Engineer Khurram Dastagir Khan, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defense; Ambassador (r) Jalil Abbas Jilani, former Foreign Minister/Secretary; and Tehmina Janjua, a former Foreign Secretary.

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