Ambassador Usman Jadoon's statement at the Security Council briefing on Non-proliferation and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, delivered on 30 April 2026, presents a carefully calibrated position from Pakistan. He emphasizes that tensions in northeast Asia remain a serious concern for international peace and security, condemns coercive or provocative actions and heated rhetoric, and reiterates Pakistan's commitment to the denuclearization of the Korean peninsula, the implementation of relevant Security Council resolutions, and the broader goals of global non-proliferation and disarmament. He calls for diplomatic engagement and dialogue, urges all parties to refrain from actions that escalate the situation, and welcomes the revival of talks among relevant parties, suggesting that recent overtures should be reciprocated to resume diplomatic engagement and address underlying disputes through peaceful means. The statement also underscores the Security Council's duty to act with unity and purpose to promote peace and stability in the Korean peninsula, including the pursuit of a robust political process and the exploration of confidence-building measures. In addition, Ambassador Jadoon notes that the Council's important work, including within the 1718 Committee, is hampered by disagreements over chairs of subsidiary bodies and expresses hope for a timely resolution to restore normal functioning. He stresses that humanitarian exemptions must continue to be processed in accordance with humanitarian principles and on-the-ground needs, free from political considerations, and reaffirms Pakistan's commitment to supporting humanitarian assistance to the DPRK through a robust exemptions mechanism.

Source: Statement from @PakistanUN_NY

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Published: April 30, 2026, 12:42 pm