Pakistan, July 6 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met former Ecuadorian foreign minister and United Nations secretary-general candidate Maria Fernanda Espinosa on Monday to discuss issues of mutual interest. The meeting focused on the role of the United Nations, global peace, and strengthening the multilateral system. Pakistan also reaffirmed its support for a stronger and more effective UN.

According to Foreign Office sources, Dar welcomed Espinosa and reiterated Pakistan's commitment to reinforcing multilateral cooperation and preserving the UN's central role in addressing global challenges. Both sides exchanged views on international developments and the importance of effective global governance through the Unit...