UN chief Guterres receives Pakistani national honour in Islamabad
António Guterres thanked Pakistan after receiving a national honour in Islamabad, and paid tribute to UN personnel serving there and worldwide.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres received a Pakistani national honour in Islamabad on 6 October, according to remarks published by the UN. He thanked Pakistan and said he accepted the honour on behalf of UN personnel serving around the world, including in Pakistan. [1]
Guterres praised Pakistanis for welcoming refugees, showing resilience in the face of terrorism and contributing to UN peacekeeping. He also recalled the devastation caused by floods and described Pakistan as a country of strength, determination and compassion. [1]
Nearing the end of his term as Secretary-General, Guterres said he had wanted to make one last visit to Pakistan, where he had travelled frequently since his time as UN High Commissioner for Refugees. [1]
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