The candidate for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations, Olara Otunnu called on Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Friday.

Special Envoy of the President and former Prime Minister of Uganda, Ruhakana Rugunda, also accompanied Olara Otunnu.

During the meeting, they exchanged views on the evolving global landscape and challenges facing the multilateral system.

Underscoring Pakistan's longstanding commitment to multilateralism, the Deputy Prime Minister stressed the need to strengthen the system, including through effective implementation of understandings and decisions reached in multilateral fora.

He reiterated the importance of respect for international law and implementation of UNSC resolutions, particularly on Palestine and Jammu and Kashmir.

Ishaq Dar expressed the hope that the next UN Secretary-General would play an effective role in strengthening the UN's capacity to address contemporary global challenges.

Ambassador Otunnu appreciated Pakistan's longstanding contribution to international peace and security, including as part of UN peacekeeping operations.

He commended Pakistani leadership's diplomatic efforts for regional peace and stability.

Special Envoy of the President and former Prime Minister of Uganda, Ruhakana Rugunda also extended an invitation to the Deputy Prime Minister to visit Uganda.