Rana Basharat Ali Khan Congratulates Pakistan’s New UN Envoy Syed Haider Shah, Pledges Cooperation on Human Rights
By Zafar Chishti | Bureau Chief, Pakistan
GENEVA, November 4, 2026: Rana Basharat Ali Khan, Chairman of the International Human Rights Movement, has congratulated Pakistan’s newly appointed Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, on assuming his diplomatic responsibilities.
During a telephone conversation, Khan conveyed his best wishes to Ambassador Shah and expressed confidence in his ability to represent Pakistan effectively at the United Nations.
Commitment to Pakistan’s International Role and Human Rights
Khan expressed his willingness to work with Ambassador Shah to strengthen Pakistan’s positive international role, promote peace and support the protection of human rights.
He emphasised that raising the voices of oppressed communities and safeguarding human dignity through effective international engagement and constructive cooperation remained among his key priorities.
Khan also praised Ambassador Shah’s diplomatic experience, expressing confidence that his appointment would strengthen Pakistan’s representation at the United Nations and help communicate the country’s position clearly on important international issues.
International Human Rights Movement Reaffirms Commitment
Reaffirming his organisation’s mission, Khan said the International Human Rights Movement would continue its efforts to promote human rights, justice and equality without discrimination based on colour, race, religion or political affiliation.
He also expressed his commitment to cooperation with Pakistan’s diplomatic representatives in advancing these objectives through international platforms.
Ambassador Syed Haider Shah Presents Credentials to UN Secretary-General
Ambassador Syed Haider Shah presented his credentials to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres in New York on November 3, 2026, according to the information provided.
Before his latest appointment, Shah served as Pakistan’s ambassador to the Netherlands and Nepal.
The congratulatory call highlighted the importance of cooperation between diplomatic representatives and human rights organisations in promoting Pakistan’s international engagement and advancing shared humanitarian objectives.
