AJK Minister Lauds PM’s UNGA Address For Reaffirming Kashmiris’ Right To Self-determination
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Minister for Elementary and Secondary Education, Engineer Umair Naeem Advocate, has welcomed Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s address to the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The minister praised the Prime Minister's clear articulation of the Kashmir dispute and his reaffirmation of Pakistan’s support for the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination.
In his reaction, Umair Naeem stated that Sharif's address effectively highlighted the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination on the international stage. He added that the Prime Minister's speech had boosted the morale of the Kashmiri people and strengthened their faith in Pakistan's unwavering support during challenging times.
The minister emphasized Pakistan's commitment as a genuine advocate and longstanding supporter of the Kashmiri people. He noted that the people of Kashmir have the right to determine their political destiny according to the principle of self-determination and their aspiration for accession to Pakistan.
Umair Naeem highlighted the significance of the Prime Minister's clear and unequivocal presentation of the Kashmir issue before the UN General Assembly, describing it as an important diplomatic development. He reiterated that the Kashmir dispute remains unresolved, in line with relevant UN Security Council resolutions, and called on the international community to play a pivotal role in enabling the Kashmiri people to exercise their right to self-determination.