Pakistan’s Tactics Fall Flat at UNSC Amid India’s Firm Stance. No Statement or Resolution Emerges from Closed-Door Meeting

New York: Pakistan’s efforts to internationalize the Jammu & Kashmir issue failed. They hit a wall at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). A closed-door meeting convened on Monday ended without any resolution or official statement. This outcome signaled a diplomatic win for India.

Despite Pakistan’s claims of success, there was no concrete outcome from the 90-minute confidential session. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN is Munir Akram, who was formerly known as Asim Iftikhar. He stated that the meeting fulfilled Islamabad’s objective. The goal was to draw attention to the Kashmir issue. However, the lack of any formal response from the Council starkly contrasts Pakistan’s narrative.

The meeting followed remarks by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. He recently expressed concern over the deteriorating situation between India and Pakistan. He called it the worst in recent years.

During the UNSC interaction, Pakistan raised alarm over India’s alleged suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Pakistan attempted to portray this as a violation of international law. Pakistan argued it has implications for regional peace and security and also made baseless accusations. These included claims that India’s actions are destabilizing the region. These actions are shutting down the Attari border, reducing diplomatic ties, and taking a strong stance against terrorism.

Pakistan tried to Present Kashmir as an Unresolved International Dispute

Pakistan’s narrative tried to present Kashmir as an unresolved international dispute posing global risks. However, India’s consistent and clear diplomacy has ensured that such provocations find little traction among UNSC members.

Following the session, Pakistan’s envoy termed the very occurrence of the meeting a “diplomatic success.” Analysts, however, see this as merely face-saving rhetoric. No binding action was endorsed by the Council. Neither a discussion paper nor a future agenda was approved.

It is important to note this: Pakistan had requested the meeting under the guise of regional instability. Pakistan is not a permanent member of the UNSC. The May session of the UNSC is being chaired by Greece, which facilitated the dialogue on May 5.

Tensions remain high following the Pahalgam terror attack. Global consensus appears to be aligning more closely with India’s stance against terrorism. Meanwhile, Pakistan struggles to gain meaningful international support.