Fri Sep 26 11:39:10 UTC 2025: **Pakistan’s Defence Minister Stumbles Through AI Warning at UNSC**
**New York, NY** – Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif drew attention for all the wrong reasons at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) AI Innovation Dialogue this week. During his speech, he repeatedly stumbled over his words, mispronouncing terms and struggling with his phrasing, which sparked criticism and ridicule online.
A compilation of Asif’s verbal slips circulated on social media, with users mocking his pronunciation of words like “risk” and his struggle to articulate his points. One user on Instagram, where the clip was uploaded by news agency ANI, claimed that “Operation Sindoor shook him.”
Despite the delivery issues, Asif attempted to convey a serious message about the dangers of AI in warfare. He warned that the technology could lower the threshold for conflict, shorten decision-making times, and limit diplomatic options. He also referenced recent tensions between India and Pakistan, specifically mentioning “Operation Sindoor” and the potential dangers of AI-driven military technology in the region.
The UNSC, currently grappling with numerous global challenges, is facing pressing votes on UN sanctions, and addressin conflicts in Ukraine, South Sudan, and Lebanon. Amidst these challenges, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has renewed calls for Security Council reform.
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