Pakistan has sent two high-level delegations abroad to present its stance on recent tensions with India, the Foreign Office said on Monday.
A senior delegation comprising three former foreign ministers, ex-diplomats, senators, and a serving minister arrived in New York to begin a diplomatic campaign across key capitals including Washington DC, London, and Brussels.
Pakistan Peoples Party Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, Hina Rabbani Khar, and Khurram Dastgir, along with Senators Sherry Rehman, Musadik Malik, Faisal Sabzwari, and Bushra Anjum Butt, and diplomats Jalil Abbas Jilani and Tehmina Janjua, are part of the first delegation. They are set to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterres, the President of the UN General Assembly, ambassadors from the P5 countries, and OIC members.
The delegation’s US engagements begin June 3 with meetings scheduled with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, American lawmakers, think tanks, and media organisations.
A separate delegation led by Syed Tariq Fatemi will visit Moscow from June 2 to 4 for consultations with Russian officials and opinion leaders.
The Foreign Office stated the mission's aim to highlight Pakistan’s peaceful and measured response to what it called “Indian aggression” and to reaffirm the country’s commitment to dialogue, international law, and regional stability.
'Pakistan countering India's false narrative at UN'
Meanwhile, Senator Sherry Rehman, a key member of Pakistan’s diplomatic delegation to the United Nations, issued a strong statement today from New York, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to exposing India’s fabricated propaganda and presenting the country’s principled stance on regional peace, international law, and responsible diplomacy.
“Under the leadership of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, our delegation has launched a full-spectrum diplomatic outreach in New York,” said Senator Rehman. “We are here not for photo-ops, but for strategic engagement with the international community at the heart of the UN system.”
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Senator Rehman emphasized that Pakistan is actively presenting its diplomatic agenda, focused on peace, sustainable development, and regional stability. “Pakistan’s image as a responsible and stable middle power is being clearly articulated. We are highlighting our unwavering respect for international law and our constructive role in South Asia’s peace and security,” she said.
Rejecting India's recent falsehoods, Senator Rehman warned against the dangerous normalization of using baseless terrorism allegations as a pretext for war. “India’s fabricated narrative will not be allowed to masquerade as truth. Using false allegations to justify military aggression is not only irresponsible—it’s unacceptable,” she stated. “Terrorism is a serious global issue and must be dealt with seriously, not exploited for political gain.”
Senator Rehman recalled Pakistan’s heavy sacrifices in the fight against terrorism. “We’ve waged one of the longest and most difficult ground battles against terrorism. Our people have paid with blood and resources. Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto was herself martyred by extremists. We do not need lectures from those who manufacture threats for electoral theatrics.”
Senator Rehman praised Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s leadership on the international stage. “The Prime Minister has entrusted Chairman Bilawal with the responsibility of presenting Pakistan’s clear stance on Indian violations—be it water aggression, Kashmir, or breaches of international peace laws. His response during India’s recent military provocations was clear, reasoned, and effective.”
Senator Rehman underscored Pakistan’s commitment to dialogue and de-escalation, but not at the cost of silence. “As a responsible nuclear state, Pakistan believes in broad, just, and peaceful engagement. But we will not remain quiet on Prime Minister Modi’s reckless and dangerous policies. We will continue to warn the world of their consequences.”
Concluding her remarks, Senator Rehman stated, “Whether it’s on the battlefield or the diplomatic front, Pakistan knows how to defend itself. We are here to ensure the world sees through the fog of misinformation—and to reaffirm our enduring commitment to peace and global cooperation.”
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