He made the remarks during a meeting with Uganda’s candidate for the post of UN Secretary-General, Ambassador Olara Otunnu, who called on him in Islamabad on Friday. Uganda’s Special Envoy of the President and former Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda also accompanied Otunnu.
The two sides exchanged views on the evolving global situation and challenges confronting the multilateral system.
Dar underscored Pakistan’s longstanding commitment to multilateralism and called for strengthening the system through effective implementation of understandings and decisions reached at multilateral forums.
He also reiterated the importance of respecting international law and implementing UNSC resolutions, particularly those related to Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir.
The deputy prime minister expressed hope that the next UN secretary-general would play an effective role in enhancing the organisation’s capacity to address contemporary global challenges.
Ambassador Otunnu appreciated Pakistan’s longstanding contribution to international peace and security, including through its participation in UN peacekeeping operations. He also commended Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for promoting regional peace and stability.
During the meeting, Rugunda extended an invitation to Ishaq Dar to visit Uganda.