EAM Jaishankar Takes On Pakistan, Demands UN Reform on Global Stage

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the United Nations anniversary event, taking the opportunity to call out Pakistan for protecting perpetrators involved in the Pahalgam incident, highlighting ongoing challenges in ensuring accountability for cross-border crimes. Jaishankar stressed that while the UN remains a vital platform for international dialogue, it is also essential to acknowledge its shortcomings. “We must recognize that all is not well with the UN,” he said, pointing to issues of enforcement, impartiality, and the need for structural reforms to strengthen global governance and justice. Through his speech, Jaishankar reinforced India’s commitment to international law and security, urging the world body to ensure perpetrators are held accountable and to bolster mechanisms that prevent state actors from shielding criminals. His remarks underline India’s assertive diplomatic stance on matters of regional security and human rights.