ISLAMABAD: United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher has commended Pakistan’s efforts to restore peace and stability in the Middle East.
The UN humanitarian chief made the remarks during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday, a PM House’s media wing statement said.
He stressed that sustainable peace is essential to addressing the humanitarian and economic consequences of conflicts.
The Prime Minister appreciated the invaluable humanitarian work being undertaken by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in responding to emergencies across the world.
OCHA’s support for Pakistan
PM Sharif acknowledged OCHA’s continued support to Pakistan, particularly during the devastating floods of 2022, and thanked the organisation for its assistance in strengthening the country’s disaster response efforts.
United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Mr. Tom Fletcher called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Islamabad, 15 July 2026. pic.twitter.com/Lu2YRA92eh
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) July 15, 2026
Prime Minister Sharif said Pakistan’s national and provincial disaster management institutions have significantly strengthened their capacity to respond to climate-induced disasters over the years.
He, however, stressed that the growing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters highlight the need for greater preparedness, enhanced resilience, and stronger coordination among stakeholders at the national, regional, and international levels.
“Tom Fletcher thanked the Prime Minister for receiving him and appreciated the longstanding partnership and close cooperation between Pakistan and OCHA,” he said.
Islamabad: 15 July 2026.
United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Mr. Tom Fletcher, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House today.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator… pic.twitter.com/uN4BjnN2K7
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) July 15, 2026
PM briefed on humanitarian situation in Gaza
During the meeting, Tom Fletcher briefed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the challenges facing the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in delivering urgently needed aid to the affected population.
He also thanked Pakistan for its continued support of OCHA’s humanitarian operations in Afghanistan.
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The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to working closely with the United Nations and OCHA to strengthen global humanitarian cooperation, enhance disaster preparedness, and support relief efforts for vulnerable communities affected by conflicts and natural disasters.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Advisor to the Prime Minister Dr. Syed Tauqir Shah, Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik, and other senior officials attended the meeting.
UN official applauds Pakistan’s continued support for United Nations
Earlier, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator called on the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar during which he praised Pakistan’s ongoing efforts for regional peace and stability, and appreciated its invaluable contributions to the United Nations over the years, the Foreign Office said.
The UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Mr. Tom Fletcher, called on the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 today.
DPM/FM appreciated the role of the Office for the Coordination of… pic.twitter.com/qRgSOOjvns
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) July 15, 2026
Ishaq Dar appreciated the role of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in providing humanitarian assistance to people during disasters and conflicts across the globe.
“He also appreciated OCHA’s work during climate-induced disasters in Pakistan,” the statement said.
He expressed Pakistan’s commitment to continue supporting the vital work being carried out by OCHA, especially to address the humanitarian situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
