Ambassador Misbah Khar, Special Envoy for the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers\u2019 Conference (ISC), engaged in a constructive meeting with. Declan Johnston, Deputy Head of Mission (Embassy of Ireland), at Parliament House.
\nDuring their discussion, Ambassador Misbah Khar provided an in-depth overview of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers\u2019 Conference (ISC), emphasising its role as a dynamic platform for fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration on global challenges.
\nShe expressed deep concern over the urgency of addressing climate change, which remains one of the most critical issues of our time. With a number of countries already willing to participate, the ISC stands as an inclusive platform open to the world, aiming to unite diverse voices to tackle the environmental crisis and promote sustainable solutions.
\nShe elaborated on the ISC\u2019s broader mandate, underscoring its potential to address key issues of peace, stability and security, concerns that have become more pressing than ever in today\u2019s interconnected world.
\nAs global challenges evolve, the ISC seeks to create avenues for multilateral cooperation and diplomatic engagement to protect peace and ensure long-term security on a global scale.
\nHighlighting Pakistan\u2019s pivotal role in this important initiative, she expressed that the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, has been unanimously elected as the first President of the ISC.
\nThis historic appointment is a testament to the international community\u2019s confidence in Pakistan\u2019s leadership to drive forward parliamentary cooperation and foster productive dialogue on global issues.
\nDeclan Johnston, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Ireland, expressed his admiration for Pakistan\u2019s rich cultural heritage, stating, \u201cPakistan\u2019s cultural fabric is so rich, there are so many stories, I can spend my life here and I\u2019ll be still discovering.\u201d He also acknowledged the significance of peace and security in today\u2019s global climate, noting that initiatives like the ISC are both timely and essential.
\nHe appreciated Pakistan\u2019s leadership in creating a space where dialogue and parliamentary diplomacy can contribute to global stability.
\nMisbah Khar also extended a formal invitation to Ireland\u2019s leadership to participate in the inaugural session of the ISC, scheduled to be held in Islamabad on 11\u201312 November 2025, under the theme \u201cPeace, Development, Stability, and Security.\u201d
\n This session will further highlight the need for collaborative global efforts to ensure a more secure and prosperous future for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Ambassador Misbah Khar, Special Envoy for the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers\u2019 Conference (ISC), engaged in a constructive meeting with. Declan Johnston, Deputy Head of Mission (Embassy of Ireland), at Parliament House. During their discussion, Ambassador Misbah Khar provided an in-depth overview of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers\u2019 Conference (ISC), emphasising its role as a dynamic platform for fostering meaningful […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":503784,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-503773","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n