UN chief lands in Islamabad to meet Pakistan leadership
— October 6, 2026ISLAMABAD (AIA) United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has arrived in Islamabad on a three-day official visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar.
Upon arrival, the UN chief was received by Acting Foreign Secretary Ambassador Nabeel Munir.
During his visit, Guterres will meet Pakistan’s leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.
He will also visit the headquarters of the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) and attend a briefing at the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
The UN secretary-general will take part in other engagements highlighting Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen multilateralism and promote international peace and security. The country’s progress in disaster preparedness and early warning systems will also be highlighted during the visit.
