Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Yousuf Raza Gillani, Declares Seoul Joint Declaration on Peace and Prosperity at ISC 2025
Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Mr. Yousuf Raza Gillani, addressed the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC 2025) at the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea , where he formally declared and signed the historic “Seoul Declaration: Joint Declaration on Peace and Prosperity.”
The declaration was also signed by founding speakers and members of the forum representing 45 countries, including dignitaries and high-ranking parliamentary leaders. Among the signatories was the Ms. Paula White- Cain, Senior Advisor to U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting the declaration’s broad international backing and bipartisan appeal.
Chairman Gillani, representing Pakistan on this distinguished global platform, reaffirmed the country’s dedication to peace-building, multilateral cooperation, and inclusive development. His address emphasized the growing urgency of collective action in the face of global challenges like nuclear proliferation, poverty, climate change, and regional conflicts.
The Seoul Declaration outlines a shared global vision and commitment to:
1. Strengthening Cooperation among Parliamentary Leaders and Institutions
2. Promoting Peace Efforts Worldwide
3. Upholding International Order and Respecting Human Rights
4. Realizing Shared Prosperity and Advancing Sustainable Development
5. Addressing Global Challenges, including climate change, public health crises, and the digital divide
6. Establishing Peace on the Korean Peninsula
In his keynote remarks, Chairman Gillani stated:
“Peace is not merely the absence of war, but the creation of an environment where all humanity can coexist and thrive. Through mutual understanding, international solidarity, and coordinated parliamentary efforts, we can pave the way for a more just, inclusive, and prosperous world.”The conference concluded with a reaffirmation by participating countries to actively pursue the principles of the declaration and strengthen inter-parliamentary dialogue to build a resilient and cooperative global future.
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