Munir Akram
Munir Akram is a seasoned Pakistani diplomat currently serving as Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations. With a distinguished career in international relations, he has played a pivotal role in advocating for Pakistan's interests on the global stage. Akram has been vocal about the threats posed by terrorism, particularly those emanating from Afghanistan, and emphasizes the need for international cooperation to address these challenges. His recent statements at the UN highlight the urgency of tackling terrorism as a collective global concern.
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Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Munir Akram emphasised the need to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Pakistan enters UN Security Council at key juncture in global politics - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-06-05Munir Akram, Pakistan’s permanent representative to the UN, discussed Pakistan’s priorities and goals as a member of the UNSC.
Pakistan wins non-permanent seat on UNSC with big majority in UNGA vote - WorldPakistan· 2025-06-05
Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad has replaced Ambassador Munir Akram, who will retire after completing his term on March 31, 2025.
عاصم افتخار نے یو این میں پاکستان کے مستقل مندوب کا منصب سنبھال لیاPakistan· 2025-04-02
Ambassador Munir Akram is leaving his post at the end of this month after being honored for his distinguished service in multilateral diplomacy.
Ambassador Munir Akram honoured at farewell reception hosted by Pakistan’s UN Mission - PakistanPakistan· 2025-03-24
Ambassador Munir Akram highlighted that over 90 per cent of Gaza’s population faces starvation due to Israel’s blockade.
Israeli strike kills seven members of a family in Gaza Strip - WorldPakistan· 2025-03-23
Munir Akram stated that the best way to secure the release of hostages is through a complete ceasefire agreement.
باكستان: وقف إطلاق النار أفضل طريقة لعودة الرهائن الإسرائيليين
United Arab Emirates· 2025-03-23Munir Akram stated that Israel has extended its ongoing genocide in Gaza to the West Bank.
سلامتی کونسل کو غزہ میں اسرائیلی جارحیت کےخلاف فیصلہ کن اقدام کرنا ہوگا، پاکستانPakistan· 2025-03-22Ambassador Munir Akram, Pakistan’s permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, called for decisive action to combat Islamophobia.
OIC calls for ‘decisive action’ to combat Islamophobia - WorldPakistan· 2025-03-16
Munir Akram, the Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, called on the global community to act decisively against Islamophobia.
Pakistan urges world to act ‘decisively’ against Islamophobia - PakistanPakistan· 2025-03-15Munir Akram is Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN who spoke during the UNSC briefing on Afghanistan.
Pakistan to take all necessary measures against terrorist outfits based in Afghanistan: Akram - PakistanPakistan· 2025-03-13
Munir Akram emphasized Pakistan's concern over the deteriorating situation in Yemen during a Security Council meeting.
پاکستان کا یمن کے لیے مذاکرات اور فوری انسانی امداد پر زورPakistan· 2025-03-07Munir Akram, Pakistan’s UN envoy, stated that Afghanistan’s problems could only be solved through engagement.
Have tensions with Pakistan pushed Kabul closer to India? - PakistanPakistan· 2025-02-27
Pakistan’s ambassador to the UN Munir Akram had also warned the UNSC that the TTP was now 'an umbrella organisation' for various militant actors.
UN monitoring report - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-02-17Pakistan’s ambassador to the UN Munir Akram had also warned the UNSC that the TTP was now 'an umbrella organisation' for various militant actors.
UN monitoring report - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-02-17Pakistan’s UN envoy Munir Akram urged the UN Security Council to address the dangers posed by Afghanistan-based terrorist groups.
US, Pakistan highlight global threat from Afghanistan-based terrorists - PakistanPakistan· 2025-02-15
