At the United Nations, Pakistan has called for collectively combatting transnational organized crimes that continue to impede rule of law, economic development and achievement of the global agenda for sustainable development.

This was suggested by Pakistan's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Aamir Khan while speaking in the General Assembly’s Committee on Social, Humanitarian and Cultural issues.

The debate focused on crime prevention and criminal justice and countering the use of information and communications technologies for criminal purposes

To effectively address organized crimes, the Pakistani envoy stressed the need to adopt holistic approach that tackles the root causes, promotes social inclusion, and ensure equal access to justice for all.