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Part II · Fundamental Rights and Principles of Policy · Principles of Policy

Strengthening bonds with Muslim world and promoting international peace

Article 40

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The State shall endeavour to preserve and strengthen fraternal relations among Muslim countries based on Islamic unity, support the common interests of the peoples of Asia, Africa and Latin America, promote international peace and security, foster goodwill and friendly relations among all nations and encourage the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means. C HAPTER 1.–T HE P RESIDENT

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Article 40 of the Constitution
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Article 40 of the Constitution (Strengthening bonds with Muslim world and promoting international peace)
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Article 40, Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973

English text as amended up to 21 November 2025 (27th Amendment), published by Ministry of Law and Justice / National Assembly of Pakistan. The English text is authoritative. Official PDF, page 42