{"id":18162,"date":"2026-04-16T15:14:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:14:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peakpoint.pk\/en\/2026\/04\/16\/pakistan-advances-parliamentary-diplomacy-ipu\/"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:14:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T15:14:09","slug":"pakistan-advances-parliamentary-diplomacy-ipu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peakpoint.pk\/en\/2026\/04\/16\/pakistan-advances-parliamentary-diplomacy-ipu\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan Advances Parliamentary Diplomacy at IPU"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq<\/strong> addressed the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Istanbul, thanking the Grand National Assembly of T\u00fcrkiye for its hospitality and urging renewed commitment to parliamentary diplomacy as a tool for peace and conflict prevention.<\/p>\n

Speaking on the theme of nurturing hope and securing justice for future generations, the Speaker warned that the postwar international order faces an inflection point amid protracted conflicts and emerging global crises that are causing extensive human suffering and displacement. He argued that durable peace cannot be achieved through force but requires dialogue, mutual respect and inclusive diplomacy, stressing that instruments within the UN Charter remain vital yet underused.<\/p>\n

The Speaker reiterated Pakistan\u2019s belief in parliamentary diplomacy<\/strong> as essential for building trust and fostering cooperation among nations. He underscored adherence to UN principles including sovereign equality, territorial integrity, non-interference and peaceful settlement of disputes as cornerstones for global stability and conflict resolution.<\/p>\n

On regional tensions, the Speaker described the denial of the right to self-determination of the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir as a persistent cause of instability in South Asia. He called for reversal of unilateral measures taken since 5 August 2019 and urged that the final status of Jammu and Kashmir be resolved in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.<\/p>\n

Addressing transboundary resources, the Speaker criticized India\u2019s decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance and warned that the weaponization of water represents a serious threat to regional security. He described that move as irresponsible and contrary to established inter-state norms, while affirming that Pakistan reserves all rights to safeguard its due share of water under the Treaty.<\/p>\n

Turning to Palestine, the Speaker said the Palestinian population continues to face occupation, dispossession and systemic violence. He noted that over 71,000 Palestinians, largely women and children, have been killed in recent years, and he reiterated Pakistan\u2019s position that a time-bound political process based on UN resolutions must lead to an independent Palestinian state on pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.<\/p>\n

The Speaker pointed to recent diplomatic efforts that have opened pathways toward peace, referencing outcomes of the UN High-Level Conference and the New York Declaration, as well as mediation efforts led by the United States and supported by several Arab and Islamic countries including Pakistan. He emphasized Pakistan\u2019s support for a Gaza peace plan and the necessity of a credible, time-bound political process.<\/p>\n

Highlighting Pakistan\u2019s facilitation of regional dialogue, the Speaker expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States for responding to Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif<\/strong>\u2019s call for an immediate ceasefire and for participating in the Islamabad talks on 11\u201312 April. He described those talks as a historic breakthrough and urged all parties to sustain the ceasefire and continue constructive engagement for regional peace.<\/p>\n

On Afghanistan, the Speaker voiced concern over the deteriorating security environment and warned that Afghan territory continues to be exploited by terrorist groups, posing risks to neighbouring states. He reiterated Pakistan\u2019s preference for dialogue while making clear that Pakistan will take necessary defensive measures to protect its citizens, territory and sovereignty.<\/p>\n

Addressing climate risks, the Speaker described climate change as one of Pakistan\u2019s most urgent challenges and outlined national initiatives such as the Recharge Pakistan Project for ecosystem-based flood management, the National Carbon Market Policy and climate-sensitive budgeting designed to build resilience and support a green economic transition.<\/p>\n

Concluding his remarks, the Speaker reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to working with IPU member parliaments to translate commitments into concrete action, calling on the global parliamentary community to intensify efforts in parliamentary diplomacy to secure peace, justice and opportunity for future generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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