QUETTA:Speaker of the Balochistan Assembly Abdul Khaliq Khan Achakzai met All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Azad Jammu and Kashmir Chapter Convener Syed Faiz Naqshbandi at the Speaker’s Chamber in the Balochistan Assembly on Tuesday, where the two leaders discussed the Kashmir issue, the ongoing struggle of the Kashmiri people and the human rights situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed in detail, with particular focus on the rights of the Kashmiri people and efforts to highlight their concerns at international forums.
Speaking on the occasion, Speaker Abdul Khaliq Achakzai said solidarity with the Kashmiri people and support for their legitimate rights reflected the sentiments of the people of Pakistan. He reiterated that Pakistan would continue its political, moral and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri cause and stressed the need for an effective international voice in favour of a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir dispute.
The Speaker expressed concern over alleged human rights violations and the suffering of innocent civilians in occupied Kashmir, urging the international community to take serious notice of the situation. He said oppression, injustice and the denial of fundamental human rights anywhere in the world were condemnable, adding that the protection of justice, peace and human dignity was a collective responsibility of the global community.
He further remarked that raising one’s voice against oppression and injustice was a moral obligation of every conscientious individual. Achakzai said history had shown that systems based on repression could not endure indefinitely and that the voice of truth and justice ultimately prevailed. He emphasized the need for continued collective efforts to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the Kashmiri people and their rights.
Syed Faiz Naqshbandi thanked Pakistan leadership for its continued support for the Kashmiri people and appreciated the respect and recognition extended by Pakistan’s leadership and citizens.
He said the people of Kashmir viewed Pakistan as a sincere supporter and highly valued its unwavering backing.
The Speaker said the rights and future of the Kashmiri people constituted an important humanitarian and moral issue that required the attention and contribution of all relevant stakeholders. He stressed that sustained and coordinated efforts were essential to highlight the Kashmir issue globally, protect human rights and promote lasting peace in the region.
The meeting reaffirmed solidarity with the Kashmiri people and agreeing on the importance of continuing efforts to raise awareness about the Kashmir issue at national and international levels.