ISLAMABAD: Pakistan achieved a big success at the international diplomacyfront.
Pakistan has assumed the presidency of Asia and Pacific (ASPAC) in UNESCOfor the period from January to December 2020.
According to a statement received from Paris, Ambassador of Pakistan toFrance and Permanent Delegate to UNESCO Moin-ul-Haque will lead the ASPACGroup for the year 2020.
Indonesia will be the vice-chair while Republic of Korea will be thesecretary of the group. UNESCO has six regional groups, with ASPAC beingthe second largest with 44 member states.
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Pakistan remains committed to UNESCO’s principles enshrined in itsconstitution.
As ASPAC chair, Pakistan will constructively engage with member states tostrengthen UNESCO to foster better understanding for global peace andstability, read the statement.
