Message of the Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Youm-e-Istehsal
(5th August, 2024)
Islamabad : 5th August would be remembered as a dark day in history when the Indian government unlawfully annulled the special status of Occupied Jammu & Kashmir on this day in 2019 using violent tactics, imposing lockdown and other coercive measures to suppress the local voices. Unilaterally altering the internationally recognized disputed status of the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) is a clear violation of international laws and covenants which speaks volumes for India’s hegemonic designs. Such acts will never change the facts and undermine the right to self-determination of Kashmiris.
It is now high time for the global community to acknowledge the pain and sufferings of the people of IIOJK and raise voice on humanitarian grounds as humanity is suffering. Perpetual violence in the occupied valley has totally failed to silence the voices of Kashmiris. Their sacrifices and courage remain unparalleled. Pakistan’s stance on the issue is clear and vocal. The Indian belligerent postures, violation of the international laws and disregard for the UNSC resolutions continue to pose a threat to the regional peace and stability. Pakistan has raised all these concerns at international level and will continue to extend moral, political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people.
Pakistan wants peace in the region and beyond. Regional peace is directly linked with peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue in accordance with the wishes and aspiration of Kashmiris.
The international community needs to play its role and come forward using its influence to mitigate the suffering of the people of the occupied valley and pressurize India to respect the international norms of justice and fair play.