The Foreign Office said Pakistan’s participation reflects its longstanding commitment to international peace and security, as well as its consistent support for the Palestinian cause.
“Pakistan hopes that with the creation of this framework, concrete steps will be taken towards the implementation of a permanent ceasefire, further scaling up of humanitarian aid for the Palestinians, as well as reconstruction of Gaza,” the statement said.
The government stressed that an immediate and durable ceasefire remained critical to easing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where months of conflict have left thousands dead and displaced large segments of the population. Islamabad also underlined the urgent need for unhindered humanitarian access to ensure the delivery of food, medicine and essential supplies to civilians.
Beyond the immediate humanitarian dimension, Pakistan reiterated its principled position that lasting peace in the Middle East could not be achieved without addressing the root political causes of the conflict.
The Foreign Office said Pakistan hoped the efforts under the Board of Peace would lead to the realisation of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination through a credible, time-bound political process, in line with international law and relevant UN resolutions.
Such a process, it added, must culminate in the establishment of an independent, sovereign and contiguous State of Palestine based on the pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.
Pakistan has long supported a two-state solution and has repeatedly urged the international community to move beyond crisis management towards a comprehensive political settlement of the Palestinian question.
Diplomatic sources said Pakistan’s inclusion in the Board of Peace was likely to enhance the forum’s credibility, particularly among Muslim-majority countries, and could help bridge gaps between different international stakeholders involved in Gaza peace efforts.
The statement did not outline the composition or operational details of the Board, but officials said it was expected to play a facilitative role in coordinating ceasefire arrangements, humanitarian assistance and post-conflict reconstruction, while supporting a broader political track under UN auspices.
Pakistan also expressed readiness to play a constructive role within the forum to help alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people.
“Pakistan looks forward to continuing to play a constructive role as part of the Board of Peace for the achievement of these goals and to help end the suffering of our Palestinian brothers and sisters,” the Foreign Office said.
Islamabad has remained vocal at international forums, including the UN General Assembly and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, calling for the protection of Palestinian civilians, adherence to international humanitarian law and accountability for violations.
The announcement comes a day ahead of a formal signing ceremony to establish the Board of Peace in Davos on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum.
