Pakistan to lead UN Security Council in July
This marks a key moment in Pakistan’s ongoing two-year term as a non-permanent member of the Security Council, which began in January 2025
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Pakistan will take over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) starting Tuesday, overseeing the council's proceedings throughout July, according to state media reports.
This marks a key moment in Pakistan's ongoing two-year term as a non-permanent member of the Security Council, which began in January 2025.
Islamabad secured the position with a strong mandate, receiving 182 votes out of 193 during the election.
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The presidency of the UNSC rotates every month among its 15 member states, following the alphabetical order of their names.
For July, the responsibility falls to Pakistan, placing it at the helm of one of the UN's most influential bodies.
