The Prime Minister Imran Khan has reaffirmed Pakistan's steadfast support for peace and reconciliation in Afghanistan.

Talking to UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres who called on him in Islamabad today, he underscored that there is no military solution to the Afghan conflict.

The Prime Minister stressed that the establishment of sustainable peace and creation of conducive environment in Afghanistan will facilitate the return of Afghan refugees to their homeland in dignity and honor.

He highlighted Pakistan's generosity in hosting millions of Afghan refugees for the last four decades. He also noted that the people of Pakistan drew inspiration to host refugees from the teachings of the Holy Prophet (SAWW).

Imran Khan also highlighted the dire human rights and humanitarian situation in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, as a result of India's illegal and unilateral actions of 5 August 2019.

He said that India's belligerent rhetoric, intensified ceasefire violations on the LoC, and other aggressive actions are imperiling peace and security in the region.

The Prime Minister highlighted the possibility of false flag operation by India to divert global attention from its unacceptable actions in occupied Kashmir.

He underscored that the Kashmiri people continued to look to the United Nations to honour its commitments for the realization of their right to self-determination, as enshrined in numerous UN Security Council resolutions.

He stressed that Climate Change poses an existential threat to mankind. He assured the Secretary General that Pakistan will work hand in hand with the global community to pursue swift implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement. The Prime Minister also highlighted the landmark 10 Billion Tree Tsunami.

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