Leading a major parliamentary team, former foreign minister and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has landed in New York. This begins Pakistan’s diplomatic campaign following some recent tensions with India.

The delegation includes senior politicians Hina Rabbani Khar, Dr. Musadik Malik, Khurram Dastgir Khan, Bushra Anjum Butt, Tehmina Janjua, and Jalil Abbas Jilani.

Before June 2, the delegation will confer with UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the President of the UN General Assembly, Philemon Yang. They will also meet the UN Correspondents Association and update the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation ( OIC ).

Their aim is to offer Pakistan’s perspective on the latest military conflict and rebut India’s narrative.

The delegation will be in Washington, DC June 3 to 6. Including members of Congress and think tank representatives, they intend to meet with American officials. Bilateral relations and regional security issues will take centre stage in these sessions.

Brokered with US help, May 10 saw a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. Islamabad’s dedication to peaceful solutions and world involvement is reflected in Pakistan’s delegation. Additionally, the team hopes to strengthen diplomatic relations overseas.

Later, the delegation will travel to European capitals to better clarify Pakistan’s stance on regional matters. This diplomatic trip shows how Pakistan plans to solve problems by means of dialogue and collaboration.

The report, dated June 1, 2025, includes photos shared on Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s official Instagram account.