Maleeha Lodhi
Former Pakistani diplomat who served as Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, the United Kingdom, and the United Nations; provides analysis on Pakistan's mediation, regional geopolitics, and shifts in global power.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 32min
America’s Limits, Iran’s Leverage, Pakistan’s Moment: Maleeha Lodhi on a Shifting Order
Maleeha Lodhi, former Pakistani ambassador to the US, UK and UN, offers concise geopolitical analysis. She discusses Pakistan brokering US–Iran talks and the shifting leverage in the region. Short takes cover US miscalculations, Iran’s growing leverage, China’s rising role, and how middle powers are reshaping global influence.
Sep 24, 2025 • 24min
How important is the UN General Assembly in today's world?
In this insightful discussion, Ravi Agrawal, Editor-in-Chief of Foreign Policy, emphasizes the UN's essential role in uniting world leaders despite criticisms. Maleeha Lodhi, former Pakistani ambassador, addresses the credibility crisis plaguing the Security Council, particularly issues in Gaza and Ukraine. Mark Seddon advocates for using the General Assembly as a counterbalance to Council deadlock, exploring practical reform alternatives. They all underscore the critical need for member-led initiatives to ensure the UN's relevance in a shifting global landscape.
