Riyadh: Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr. Musadik Malik has highlighted the importance of water rights, underlining the responsibilities of upper riparian states towards lower riparian countries. He was addressing the eleventh Global Forum of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations in Riyadh on Monday.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Minister emphasized that equitable and just sharing of water resources is critical for regional stability, sustainable development, and human security. He also drew attention to the issues in Kashmir and Palestine, stressing that the rights of oppressed people in these regions must be upheld in accordance with international norms.

Dr. Musadik Malik warned that the global order is becoming increasingly fragmented, urging world leaders to recommit to dialogue, justice, and multilateral cooperation. The high-level forum marked the twentieth anniversary of the UNAOC and brought together global leaders, policymakers, and civil society representatives.