UN Meeting: Nawaz, Moon discuss earthquake, regional relations

UNITED NATIONS: Prior to his General Assembly speech, Nawaz met with the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon in New York with the recent earthquake in Balochistan along with Pakistan’s regional relations at the top of their discussions.

According to a release from the United Nations, the two addressed issues related to sustainable development, disaster risk response. Moon expressed his condolences for the loss of lives caused by the recent earthquake in Balochistan.

They discussed matters concerning Pakistan’s regional relations, including developments in Afghanistan.

Moon also congratulated Nawaz on his government’s recent decision to substantially increase spending in the education and health sectors.

Pakistan’s contributions to United Nations peacekeeping efforts were also discussed.

The two also discussed the situation in Syria and expressed optimism at recent diplomatic moves towards holding the international conference on Syria.