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PM lauds Finland’s support for UNSC non-permanent membership

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded Finland’s support to Pakistan in winning a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for 2025-26.

In response to Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s remarks on X, the prime minister appreciated their support to Pakistan and reiterated his country’s resolve to work for upholding international law and the UN Charter.

Earlier, President Stubb had congratulated Pakistan, Denmark, Greece, Panama, and Somalia on winning the UN Security Council’s non-permanent membership.

The Finnish president also extended best wishes to Pakistan, besides assuring collaboration in strengthening the UN and the international system.

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Former conservative PM Alexander Stubb elected as President of Finland

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Finland announces ‘historic’ NATO bid, as Sweden holds key meet

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