Today, the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing solemnly commemorated Kashmir Black Day to mark the anniversary of 27 October 1947, when Indian forces entered Jammu and Kashmir in violation of international law and initiated a prolonged period of occupation, denial of fundamental rights, and the continued deprivation of the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination.
Held at the Embassy’s Chancery, the event reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and underscored the need for a just and lasting resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Messages from the President, the Prime Minister, and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion. The messages reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast moral, political, and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri people’s legitimate struggle for their inalienable right to self-determination. They also condemned ongoing human rights violations in IIOJK and called upon the international community to uphold its responsibilities under international law and ensure respect for the fundamental rights of the Kashmiri people.
Addressing the gathering, Pakistan’s envoy to China, H.E. Dr. Syed Ali Asad Gillani, emphasized the importance of upholding international law and implementing the relevant UNSC resolutions to ensure a just resolution of the dispute in accordance with the wishes of the Kashmiri people. He underscored that a peaceful and lasting settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute was essential for ensuring enduring peace and stability in the region and beyond.
The Ambassador also appreciated China’s principled position on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute and its support for resolving the issue in accordance with the relevant UNSC resolutions.
He reaffirmed that the commemoration reflected Pakistan’s continued commitment to standing with the Kashmiri people in their pursuit of self-determination, dignity, and justice.
As part of the commemoration, a documentary highlighting the plight of the Kashmiri people under Indian occupation was screened, followed by a photo exhibition depicting the human rights situation in IIOJK. A large number of people including members from academia, media, think tanks, Pakistani community attended the event.
