Pakistan has called for promoting scientific collaboration and democratizing scientific progress and innovation globally.          

The call was made by Pakistan's Ambassador to France Mumtaz Zahra Baloch while leading the Pakistani delegation at the inaugural Global Ministerial Dialogue on Science Diplomacy held at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.

The ambassador said science diplomacy is key to find common solutions to international challenges and promoting global peace.    

She impressed upon the international community to move towards a Global Compact to build constructive partnerships in science. 

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said Pakistan's journey in Science Diplomacy showcases its commitment to global knowledge sharing, collaborative research and promotion of scientific innovation for socioeconomic development.