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Which country first recognized Pakistan in UNO?

Which country first recognized Pakistan in UNO?

After Pakistan gained its independence in August 1947, the Commonwealth were the first countries to recognize its sovereign status. The United States was the first non-Muslim country to recognize Pakistan and France was the first country where Pakistan’s flag was raised.

Which country became member of UNO?

United Nations Member States

U.N. Member State Date of Admission
Afghanistan 19 November 1946
Albania 14 December 1955
Algeria 8 October 1962
Andorra 28 July 1993

When did Pakistan became member of UNO?

September 30, 1947
Pakistan joined the United Nations on September 30, 1947, just over a month after its independence.

Which city of Pakistan is called Manchester of Pakistan?

Faisalabad
Faisalabad contributes over 5% toward Pakistan’s annual GDP; therefore, it is often referred to as the “Manchester of Pakistan”.

Why did Pakistan join the UNO in 1947?

Thirdly, Pakistan was keen to play its role in supporting the independence struggle of several Asian and African countries. So to play its role as a peaceful nation against colonization, racial discrimination, territorial and regional aggression, Pakistan joined the UNO in 1947.

When did Pakistan become a member of the United Nations?

United Nations membership Represented by Dominion of Pakistan (1947–1956) Islamic Membership Full member Since 30 September 1947 ( 1947-09-30) UNSC seat Non-permanent

How many times has Pakistan been elected to the UN Security Council?

Today, it is a charter member and participates in all of the UN’s specialised agencies and organisations. Pakistan has been elected seven times (tied with Colombia and India) into the UN Security Council, with the most recent term in 2013.

Where did Pakistan take part in UN peacekeeping?

The Pakistani military has played a key role in the UN’s peacekeeping programme in different parts of the world, most prominently in Somalia, Sierra Leone, Bosnia, Congo and Liberia. The first time that Pakistani troops participated in a UN peacekeeping mission was in Congo in 1960.

Who is the current Ambassador of Pakistan to the UN?

Pakistan maintains a permanent mission to the UN, which is currently headed by Ambassador Munir Akram in New York. There is a second mission based at the UNO office in Geneva, Switzerland.