Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Signs the Convention on Establishment of International Organization for Mediation

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, today signed, on behalf of Pakistan, the Convention on the establishment of International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) in Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of People’s Republic of China.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister appreciated the Chinese leadership for its wisdom in developing and consistently leading efforts for the establishment of IOMed and in fostering a global community with a shared future.

The DPM/FM stated that the creation of IOMed underscores the indispensability and significance of multilateralism as the centerpiece for international peace, stability, and development. IOMeD also offers new opportunities and fresh hopes to build a more inclusive, more just and more equitable world. As one of the founding members of IOMed, Pakistan would continue to be an active voice in this noble mission, he added.

The DPM/FM underlined Pakistan’s strong commitment towards promoting peace and security as well as development. He underlined the critical importance of advancing and preserving multilateralism through faithful adherence to the principles of the UN Charter, full implementation of UN Security Council resolutions as well as international law.

The DPM/FM drew attention to India’s violation of international law through its acts of aggression against Pakistan and its unlawfully holding in abeyance of the Indus Waters Treaty. He also highlighted the occupation of Jammu and Kashmir and occupied Palestinian Territories as drivers of conflict to regional peace and security. The DPM/FM called for resolution of the longstanding Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions and wishes of the Kashmiri people.

The idea for the establishment of the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) was one of the key outcomes of the 2nd Belt and Road Forum held in Beijing in April 2019. China initiated discussions for the establishment of IOMed in 2021, and invited Pakistan to join negotiations as one of its founding members. The organization is open to all countries; is based on respect for the sovereignty, core interests and legitimate concerns of every country; aims to promote dialogue and trust between parties concerned based on equality; and desires inclusion of various legal systems, and their mediators.

Islamabad
30 May 2025
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