Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peace, stability, and humanitarian values in his recent engagements at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

Speaking to the media after his landmark UN address, the prime minister said Pakistan’s economy is showing encouraging signs of stability at the micro level.

Inflation has dropped from 32% to single digits in just 18 months, while interest rates have fallen from 22.5% to 11%.

He credited overseas Pakistanis, calling them “great ambassadors” of the country, who sent home $38.5 billion in remittances during the fiscal year 2024–25.

“Their support has been crucial for Pakistan’s economic stability,” he said. The prime minister described his reception in Saudi Arabia as “unprecedented in four decades” and termed his meeting with US President Donald Trump “very encouraging.”

Discussions with President Trump covered economic cooperation, counter-terrorism, trade, IT, minerals, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrency.

He noted that the US expressed readiness to invest in Pakistan’s key sectors, while stressing that trade agreements would be fair and in mutual interest.

Reflecting on Pakistan’s defense achievements, the premier praised the bravery of the armed forces during the May conflict with India, when seven enemy aircraft were downed.

He commended Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for his leadership, adding that Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire once its objectives had been achieved, to prevent further escalation.

Earlier, in his meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Prime Minister Shehbaz raised pressing humanitarian concerns.

He urged stronger UN action on global challenges, particularly climate change, floods, and the plight of vulnerable communities.

He thanked the UN for acknowledging Pakistan’s flood relief efforts, stressing that countries most affected by climate change deserve additional international support.

The prime minister also raised the Kashmir issue, noting India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, and called on the UN to ensure fairness.

On Gaza, he made an impassioned plea for an immediate ceasefire, unhindered humanitarian aid, and the establishment of a Palestinian state.

“Pakistan will continue to work for peace,” he said. “As a Security Council member, we have a responsibility to act.”

In his address to the UNGA, Prime Minister Shehbaz declared that Pakistan’s vision is rooted in peace.

While recalling the country’s resolve and sacrifices in defending itself against external aggression, he emphasized that Pakistan now seeks peace in the region.

“We have won the war,” he said, “and now we seek to win peace in our part of the world. This is my most sincere offer before this Assembly of nations.

”The prime minister concluded his US visit by departing for London via Geneva, where he is expected to meet former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and brief party leadership on his international engagements.

Throughout his engagements, Shehbaz Sharif presented Pakistan not only as a nation of resilience but also as a strong advocate of peace, humanitarianism, and international cooperation.