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Pakistan in Kuwait
First batch distributed. More boxes of essential items are being prepared for daily wagers; the persons in dire need. 10 April 2020
Consulate General of Pakistan New York
Big shout out to young Pakistani American community organizer Amal Muzzafar, Staten Island for raising money to purchase 2,200 N95 masks donated to hospitals in Staten Island.?
10 April 2020
Embassy of Pakistan Cambodia 9 April 2020
سفارتخانے نے آج پھنسے ہوئے تمام پاکستانیوں کا دورہ کیا۔ ان کے کھانے اور رہائش کی امداد کی میعاد ختم ہوگئی تھی۔ ان کے مسائل سنے گئے۔ سفارت خانہ نے ایک بار پھر ایک ہوٹل جس کا مالک پاکستانی ہے اس میں ان کے لئے کھانے اور رہائش کا انتظام کیا۔ ان میں سے کچھ نے اپنے خیالات بھی شیئر کیے اور حکومت سے یہ بھی اپیل کی کہ اگر قریب ہی کوئی پی آئی اے کی خصوصی پرواز ہے تو پنوم پن کمبوڈیا سے انہیں بھی اس میں اٹھایا جاۓ-
Pakistan Embassy Tokyo
PRESS RELEASE
Donation of Medical Equipment for Pakistan from Fair Medical Japan (08-04-2020): A young Pakistani businessman Mr. Asad Nawaz Khan, President of Fair Medical Japan has singlehandedly donated a huge lot of medical equipment including refurbished ventilators, ECG machines, ultrasound machines, analyzers, nebulizers, injection pumps and special wheelchair for Pakistan in response to the healthcare situation due to Covid-19 pandemic. Total market value of the donated equipment is more than Rs.35 million. In a handing over ceremony in Kashiwa – a small town near Tokyo, Mr. Asad shared the list of equipment with the Ambassador of Pakistan in Japan Mr. Imtiaz Ahmad, who also visited the warehouse of Fair Medical along with Mr. Tahir Cheema, Trade & Investment Counsellor. The donor and Embassy representatives briefed media at the end of the ceremony. Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Mr. Imtiaz Ahmad thanked the donor on the behalf of Government of Pakistan while recalling the generosity shown earlier by Mr. Asad ten years ago when Pakistan faced devastation by floods. He also mentioned that at a time when the whole world is seeking such medical equipments and their prices are skyrocketing in open market, kindness of Mr. Asad is exemplary depicting his true love for Pakistan and Pakistani people. In his message to the expatriate Pakistani community worldwide, the Ambassador further reiterated the need for self-safety first – encouraging the community to follow local instructions and all necessary precautions, and then contributing towards their homeland in whatever way possible. The donated medical equipment is being shipped as a full container for Pakistan consigned to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) – the national focal agency to fight corona virus in Pakistan. 8 April 2020
Embassy of Pakistan Niamey
پاکستانی سفارتخانہ مشکل کی اس گھڑی ميں اپنے ہموطنوں کے ساتھ شانہ بہ شانہ کھڑا ہے اور مستقلاً اپنی کميونٹی کے ساتھ رابطہ برقرار رکھے ہوئے ہے۔ اسی سلسلے ميں آج سفارتخانے نے پاکستانی کميونٹی سے تعلق رکھنے والے ضرورت مند بھائیوں ميں راشن کی تقسيم کی۔ سفارتخانہ پاکستان تمام ہم وطنوں کے ساتھ اظہارِ يکجہتی کرتے ہوے اس بات کا يقين دلاتا ہے کہ مشکل کی اس گھڑی ميں کميونٹی کو تنہا نہيں چھوڑا جائے گا اور ہر ممکن تعاون فراہم کيا جائے گا ??♥️??
7 April 2020
Pakistan High Commission Wellington
Rememberance Ceremony at Napier City for the Martyrs of Christchurch Terror Attacks **** A special ceremony to remember the Shuhada and victims of Christchurch was held on 14 March 2020 at Napier city which was organised by the Multicultural Association and Pakistan community jointly.
High Commissioner of Pakistan H.E. Dr Abdul Malik was specially invited on the occasion along with the Mayors of Napier and Hastings city. Police Minister Stuart Nash and MP Lawrence Yule were also present on the occasion. In his speech the High Commissioner acknowledged the positive reaction of the people and Government of New Zealand to Christchurch incident which fostered a sense of unity and togetherness among Muslims in The country. He appreciated the help and support provided to the victims families and those who were injured. He mentioned that Prime Minister of New Zealand Rt. Hon. Jacinda Ardern deserves special praise for her leadership role. Quoting Prime Minister Imran Khan, the High Commissioner said that Ms. Ardern was an inspiration and that she had shown the other world leaders how to react in the face of rising Islamophobia and extremism. The High Commissioner said that Pakistan itself had been a victim of terrorism and has lost more than 70,000 innocent lives. The tragedy of Christchurch reaffirmed Pakistan’s narrative that terrorism is an international phenomenon, knowing no religion and boundaries. It has to be combated with strong belief and conviction and with the values and ideals common to all humanity. High Commissioner also mentioned on this occasion that a Pakistani peace walker has come here to do a peace walk of 350 km from Wellington to Christchurch to express solidarity with the Shuhada and their families. He said that everyone in New Zealand has a responsibility and a role to play for the betterment of the country. The High Commissioner advised the community members to keep providing their all possible support to New Zealand Government in its efforts for ensuring peace and security in New Zealand.
14 March 2020
Embassy of Pakistan, Riyadh
13 March 2020
سفارت خانہ پاکستان ، ریاض ہیلپ لائن برائے معلومات ۔ کرونا وائرس ایمرجنسی سعودی عرب میں مقیم پاکستانی کرونا وائرس سے پیدا ہونے والی صورتحال سے متعلق معلومات یا مسئلہ کی صورت میں مندرجہ ذیل موبائل نمبروں پر رابطہ کریں۔ مزید ، تازہ ترین معلومات سفارت خانہ کے فیس بک اور ٹویٹر اکاؤنٹ پر بھی دستیاب ہوں گی۔
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Embassy of Pakistan, Tunisia
Pakistn’s defence production industry made an impressive presence in IADE Tunisia
13 March 2020
Pakistan Navy Staff Course delegation visits the High Commission A group comprising faculty members and course participants of the Pakistan Navy Staff Course, Foreign Study Tour, led by Cdre Syed Wajeeh Ul Hassan SI(M) S Bt. visited Pakistan High Commission, Canberra on 12 March 2020. Besides Pakistan, the 21-member delegation comprised the participating officers from the friendly countries.
Welcoming the delegation, High Commissioner Babar Amin appreciated the professional competence of Pakistan Navy. He lauded the Navy’s services in ensuring maritime security not only for Pakistan but also as a part of international community’s efforts to safeguard freedom of navigation, securing Sea Lines of communication and anti-piracy operations. Deputy High Commissioner Tariq Wazir gave a briefing to the delegation on socio-economic as well as political developments taking place in Australia. He also briefed the delegates on various aspects of the Pakistan-Australia bilateral relations and informed the participants that the bilateral relations have become institutionalized and are on an upward trajectory. Speaking about the changing dynamics of diplomacy in the present age, he updated the participants on the functioning and responsibilities of the Mission. At the conclusion, the Deputy High Commissioner conducted the Q&A session and responded to the questions of the course participants. During their stay, the Navy Staff Course delegation is scheduled to visit various government departments and Australian Armed Forces Training Institutes for familiarisation and experience. Canberra 12 March 2020
Ambassador Munir Akram, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, had a fruitful discussion on range of issues with Ambassador Anouparb Vongnorkeo of Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Agreed to continue close cooperation at the UN on issues of mutual interest. (March 11, 2020)
11 March 2020
High Commissioner met with Sri Lankan Army Commander HE Major General (Retd) Muhammad Saad Khattak, High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva on Wednesday (11) afternoon at the Army Headquarters. The visiting Pakistan’s High Commissioner, Major General (Retd) Muhammad Saad Khattak during cordial discussions that ensued recalled friendly and cordial relations that exist between both nations and the bilateral cooperation that covers training opportunities and exchange programmes for tri service personnel. Lieutenant General Silva extended warm greetings on his new appointment as the High Commissioner of Pakistan and assured best relations between Sri Lankan Armed Forces and Pakistan’s counterparts. The cordial talks culminated with exchange of mementos. Colonel Sajjad Ali, Defence Advisor at the High Commission of Pakistan was also associated with the cordial meeting.(Courtesy _ SL Army)
Colombo 11 March, 2020
Consul General Ayesha Ali teams up with NYC International Affairs & Consular Corps to reaffirm our commitment to gender equity and women’s rights.
10 March 2020
Consul General Ayesha Ali at the International Women’s Day event by Women 2 Women. She spoke about the progress of women’s rights in Pakistan and asked Pakistani-American women to take active part in US politics.
10 March 2020
Achievements of Doctors of Pakistani heritage are outstanding: Nafees Zakaria High Commissioner announces Bursary for Urdu Studies at the University of Manchester
High Commissioner Mohammad Nafees Zakaria said doctors and physicians of Pakistani heritage have achieved great successes in their respective fields and made Pakistan proud. He was addressing the Association of Pakistani Physicians of Northern Europe (APPNE) as Chief Guest and Patron of the organization in Manchester on 07 March 2020. The High Commissioner, who maintains contact with the Parliamentarians and community of the region, was warmly greeted by them. Prominent business people and media persons also met him. The High Commissioner felicitated Dr. Amir Burney, President APPNE and Office Bearers and Members on organizing the first APPNE Annual event. He commended the significant contribution of doctors and physicians of Pakistani heritage to the British society, particularly to the National Health Service (NHS) of the UK. Mr Zakaria interacted with a large number of Pakistani community from Manchester and its vicinity. He said 1.5 million vibrant Pakistani Diaspora serves as a strong bridge between the two countries. He acknowledged the outstanding work of the community in promoting the true image of Pakistan in the UK and worldwide. Giving an overview of Pakistan, the High Commissioner said the economy of the country is on an upward trajectory as reported by international financial institutions and credible global publications. Similarly, tourism and related investments are witnessing exponential growth in Pakistan, he informed. He said since the global economic gravity is shifting towards Asia, Pakistan is poised to become the regional economic hub by virtue of its strategic geographic location and flagship project of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Mr Zakaria invited the Pakistani Diaspora and UK investors to take advantage of the lucrative business and investment opportunities in Pakistan. Remembering the affectees of recent devastating floods in the UK, the High Commissioner appreciated community’s assistance extended to those in need. He also offered sympathies and condolences to the victim families of Corona Virus. The High Commissioner particularly mentioned the plight of over 8 million Kashmiris under siege of Indian occupation forces since 5 August 2019. He said their unspeakable sufferings remain unreported due to complete cut off from the outside world. Their sufferings have not just started since 5 August but the Kashmiri Muslims have been suffering for over 7 decades, he added. Mr Zakaria said, “Let us not forget them amidst other challenges that have attracted the world attention from the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Jammu & Kashmir under Indian occupation.” On this occasion, the High Commissioner announced that Pakistan High Commission would sponsor a Bursary for Urdu Studies at the University of Manchester. He said that Urdu is the fourth most spoken language in the United Kingdom of which a significant number resides in Manchester. With a view to enhancing community relations and assisting the work of public services in Manchester, this bursary would enable a selected public service employee to study Urdu at the University of Manchester, he elaborated. Mr Zakaria commended the work and efforts of Mr. Shiraz Ali from the University of Manchester, Dr. John Morley, Director of University-wide Language Programme and Dr. Justyna Drobnik Rogers, for promotion of Urdu in the UK. He assured that the Pakistan High Commission would continue to engage with the University for promotion of Urdu language in the UK. The High Commissioner also appreciated the positive contribution of Pakistan’s renowned Poet Mr. Amjad Islam Amjad who attended the gathering, for promoting Urdu and Pakistani culture abroad. Dr. Amir Burney, President APPNE briefed the gathering that the Association was launched last year with the objective to bring doctors and physicians at one platform to work in a coordinated and coherent manner. He thanked High Commissioner Nafees Zakaria for his guidance and valuable support.
9 March 2020
Pakistani Zaireen participate in annual Urs of Khwaja Ghareeb Nawaz in Ajmer Today, Pakistani Zaireen returned to Pakistan through Wagah border after participation in the celebrations of 808th annual Urs of Hazrat Khwaja Syed Moinuddin Hasan Chishti (RA) in Ajmer Sharif. 211 Pakistani Zaireen had reached India on 27 February 2020. Visit of the Pakistani Zaireen takes place under the framework of Pakistan-India bilateral Protocol on Visits to Religious Shrines, 1974. This year, Pakistani Zaireen visited Ajmer Sharif after a span of two years.
During their stay in Ajmer Sharif, the Zaireen laid the traditional chaddar on behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan and offered dua (prayers) on 5 March 2020. The Zaireen along with Mr. Amjad Ahmad, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Pakistan and Mr. Saeed Ali, Political Counsellor of Pakistan High Commission, New Delhi were received by Syed Natiq Chishti and Syed Bilal Chishti as well as other notable members of the Anjuman Moinia Fakhria Chishtia Khuddam Sahib. The Dargah Sharif’s notables not only did the traditional ‘dastaarbandi’ of the group members but also took them through all the rituals of the Ziarat. Later, the Pakistani delegation also met the Dargah Committee and thanked the Dargah Sharif’s administration and local authorities for facilitating their visit on the auspicious occasion of the annual Urs of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Ajmeri (RA). Khwaja Ghareeb Nawaz, as he is popularly known among his followers, Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Ajmeri (RA) is one of the most revered Sufi saints of the subcontinent. He is the founder of the Chishtia order in the region. On his annual Urs, devotees from all across the world including Pakistan visit the Dargah. Hazrat Moinuddin Chishti Ajmeri (RA)’s message is that of love, compassion, humanity and harmony. His message provided spiritual nourishment to devotees from all backgrounds for centuries. New Delhi 09 March 2020
Pakistani diplomats at the Pakistan Mission to the UN, Mr. Muhammad Zulqarnain and Mr. Qasim Aziz gave a briefing to the student of Conestoga High School on Pakistan’s foreign policy and other important issues. The students delegation are representing Pakistan at the National High School Model United Nations at the UN.
5 March 2020
Showcasing art of Wax painting at the Embassy of Pakistan (02-03-2020): As part of its public diplomacy initiatives and efforts to promote art and culture, the Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo organized an event to showcase Pakistani Art of Wax Painting. Mr. Fayyaz Ahmad, an acclaimed wax painting artist, exhibited his unique art before the Japanese dignitaries and prominent members of the Pakistani Community. The live demonstration of this exquisite art form was very well received by the audience. Speaking to the audience, Ambassador Imtiaz Ahmad described the origins and development of a wax painting in Pakistan. He added that wax painting could be put to good use in traditional Japanese dresses like Kimono. He stressed on the importance of promoting such art forms for the benefit of cultural cooperation between the two countries. The exhibition generated a keen interest from the visitors including Japanese officials. Mr. Fayyaz Ahmad will also be invited during Silk Road Exhibitions scheduled to be held in Tokyo in September 2020. Tokyo, 2 March 2020
Pakistan Food Stall at Diplomatic Food Mela
29 February 2020
UPSIGN Network and UKRI Join Forces to Organise Three Global Development Workshops in Islamabad (March 2020) The High Commission hosted the UK Launch of Global Development Workshops on 17 February 2020.
A UK based charity UPSIGN (UK Pakistan Science Innovation Global Network) has partnered with UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), through the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) to organise three development workshops in Pakistan on 9 -12th March 2020. Over 140 academics from the UK, Pakistan and the region will travel to Islamabad to take part in the workshops that aim to address challenges linked to sustainable development in Food Systems, Energy/Water and Health sectors in Pakistan and the region. The activities will create and foster new relationships and develop new networks interested in solving development issues, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Welcoming the initiative, High Commissioner Muhammad Nafees Zakaria said: “We are delighted to host UPSIGN members and UKRI and British academics at the UK launch of the Global Development Workshops.” He lauded the efforts of UKRI and UPSIGN for this marvellous and timely initiative, saying that: “Pakistan has a long history of working in partnership with its UK diaspora, so it’s fantastic to see British Pakistani professionals creating initiatives like this that have the potential to be impactful and sustainable for the mutual benefit of both nations.” While appreciating the efforts of the charity for sustainable development in Pakistan, the High Commissioner laid emphasis on collection of accurate and reliable data in the fields of health, education and literacy so that the issues could be seen in their true perspective and be addressed effectively. He noted that data relating to socio-economic status of a country reflects on its image and perception internationally and hence needs to authentic and reliable. The High Commissioner also apprised the guests of investment opportunities available for Diaspora and international investors in various sectors of Pakistan economy. Professor Nicola Lowe, UKRI’s GCRF Challenge lead for Food Systems said: “Through the UK government’s Global Challenges Research Fund we have a fantastic opportunity to combine research and academic knowledge with in-country expertise to develop practical solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, food insecurity and poor health. Furthermore, “Joining with UPSIGN to develop and deliver these this workshop series, opens up exciting possibilities for new collaborations between researchers and community groups from the UK and Pakistan to make a real difference to people with terrible struggles in their everyday lives.” Prof Jawwad Darr (University College London), the Chairman of UPSIGN Network,said “I’m very proud of the UPSIGN team’s efforts to volunteer their timeandproactivelyfacilitate British and other scientists to partner with each other for mutual benefit of the UK, Pakistan and the SE Asia Region” Dr Khalid Mahmood (UPSIGN Cofounder) said “this is an exciting time where top universities and research institutes are taking part in the workshops. This includes researchers from more than 20 UK universities and research Institutes.” The details of the workshops in Islamabad are as under: · The first workshop (9th – 10th March 2020) will focus on the issues related to food security, sustainable food production, strategic planning to maximize dietary diversity and quality, issues to tackle the spread of diseases from livestock to humans (Zoonotic Disease), issue of antibiotics use. · The second workshop (10th – 11th March 2020) will focus on health, gender and Mental Healthand reproductive health, issues experienced by children and adolescents and their impact in mental health. The workshop will also focus on biomaterials and regenerative medicine for developing low-cost healthcare solutions for the management of wounds and injuries. · The third workshop (11th- 12th Mar 2020) aims to focus on renewable energy planning, new technologies in the water and energy sector and the education and policy-making surrounding these initiatives. The workshops are also supported by a number of universities in the UK and Pakistan, the Faraday Institute, The British Council, Pakistan High Commission London, The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, Comsats University Islamabad and Common Purpose, UK. 18 February 2020
Consulate General of Pakistan, Dubai
H.E. Ahmed Amjad Ali, Consul General of Pakistan, Dubai inaugurated Gulfood Exhibition 2020 at Dubai World Trade Centre. More than 100 companies from Pakistan are participating in the exhibition started from 16th February 2020 to 20th February 2020. 17 February 2020
Consulate General of Pakistan New York
Consul General Ayesha Ali participates in community event to celebrate promotion of Pakistani-American NYPD officers 14 February 2020
Pakistan Embassy Toko
Seminar on technical intern training program held at the Embassy of Pakistan Tokyo
(13-02-2020): A seminar on “Technical Intern Training Programme (TITP) with the collaboration of Japan International Training Cooperation Organization (JITCO) was held in the Embassy. A large number of Japanese companies / receiving organizations along with the delegates of JITCO and representatives from NUTECH, Pakistan were in attendance. Speaking at the seminar, Ambassador Imtiaz Ahmad welcomed the audience and said that this event marks a very important step in the bilateral relationship between Japan and Pakistan as the two countries have been great friends with economic cooperation being the main driver of the relationship. He added that Pakistan values Japan as one of its main economic partner and the people of Pakistan hold Japanese people in high esteem. He also referred to the initiatives of Government of Pakistan regarding human resource development and Japan’s cooperation to this cause. The Ambassador underscored that the recent signing of MOCs on TITP and Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) is a milestone in brining the Pakistani work force to Japan. The Ambassador gave a presentation on the potential of Pakistan’s labor market and the status of its emerging economy. He further stressed that such arrangements would help to reduce the deficit of workforce in Japan and both countries would benefit. The Ambassador also appreciated the support of JITCO and hoped that the cooperation would continue in future to make the process a complete success. The Senior Vice President of JITCO, Mr. Matsutomi also expressed the desire to make the process beneficial for both the countries and making it a significant step in strengthening the bilateral relations between the two countries. Detailed presentations were also given by Mr. Tahir Habib Cheema, Trade and Investment Counsellor and Dr. Aamir Murad, Executive Director on behalf of NAVTTC and NUTECH respectively. The Ambassador and the Senior Vice President of JITCO also replied to the queries / questions posed by the audience. Tokyo, PR# 05/2020 13 February 2020
Pakistan High Commission, London UK High Commissioner hosts newly elected British Pakistani MPs.
High Commissioner Mohammad Nafees Zakaria hosted a reception last evening to celebrate the victory of the newly elected British MPs with Pakistani heritage in December 2019 election. The event was held at the ‘Pakistan House’.
Besides newly elected MPs and Lords, a large number of guests comprising Senior British Government Officials, Diplomats, Business People, Doctors, Engineers, Academics, Scientists, Lawyers, IT Professionals, British friends of Pakistan, Members of the Pakistani Diaspora and media representatives attended the reception. Law and Justice Minister, Barrister Farogh Naseem and Attorney General of Pakistan, Anwar Mansoor Khan, who are currently on an official visit to the UK, attended the reception as special guests. Felicitating the newly elected MPs, the High Commissioner said it is a moment of great pride and happiness to celebrate the achievements of the distinguished Pakistanis in the political life of the UK. The number of British Pakistani MPs has increased to 15, which is a testimony of the constructive political engagement of our community in the UK, he added. Mr Zakaria said it is a matter of great satisfaction that Pakistani community is contributing significantly in the political, social, and economic life of the British society. Government and people of Pakistan take great pride in the important role of Pakistani Diaspora across the globe, he added. The High Commissioner particularly mentioned the growing confidence of the international community in Pakistan’s economic and tourism potential. In this regard, he mentioned Royal Couple’s successful visit to Pakistan last October, VVIP visits from Gulf States, Central Asia, Europe and Americas, revised positive travel advisory by the UK, rating of Pakistan as the choicest tourist destination by international publications like Conde Nast Traveler and Forbes as the manifestations of that confidence. Mr Zakaria highlighted that Pakistan economy is on upward trajectory. He said Pakistan enjoys unique geo-strategic position with enormous economic and trade opportunities on offer for international investors. He quoted international financial institutions’ recent reports regarding improved ease of doing business, Pakistan Stock Market out-performing several established markets of the world and Pakistan economy being stable. Mr Zakaria informed the audience about FDI inflows from China, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Qatar and several other countries. FDIs in Pakistan have increased by 200% during 2019, he updated. The High Commissioner hoped that the relations between UK and Pakistan would be strengthened substantively when the two countries come together to avail the opportunities offered by the significant developments in their two respective regions. He particularly identified Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and tourism related infrastructure and hospitality industry as areas for the British investors and Pakistani Diaspora to pay attention to. Speaking about Kashmir, the High Commissioner thanked the British Parliamentarians, members of Diaspora, civil society and international media for expressing concern over the human rights abuses being committed by Indian occupation forces in occupied Kashmir. In his remarks on the occasion, Minister Farogh Naseem congratulated the newly elected MPs on their election victory. He also appreciated the role of Pakistani Diaspora in building bridges of understanding and cooperation between the UK and Pakistan. He briefly reflected on the Government’s people centric policies aimed at lifting the country’s economy and socio-economic betterment of the people. The get together provided a good networking opportunity for the guests from various walks of life. The invitees highly appreciated the unprecedented holding of such a celebration. 12 February 2020
Pakistan High Commission Kuala Lumpur 12 February 2020
ملایئشیاء میں کام کرنے والے مز دوروں کیلئے ایک بڑی جوشخبری۔ پاکستان اور ملایئشیاء نے یہاں کام کرنے والے جفا کشوں کے سوشل سیکیورٹی کے تاریخی معاہدے پر دستخط کر لئے۔ معاہدے کے مطابق کام کے دوران حادثے کے نتیجے میں معذوری یا موت کی صورت میں مزدور اور اس کے خاندان کو خصوصی مراعات حاصل ہونگے۔
Consulate General of Pakistan, Dubai
H.E. Ahmed Amjad Ali, Consul General of Pakistan, Dubai inaugurated first ever College Career Fair at H.H. Sheikh Rashid Al -Makhtoum Pakistan School Dubai. Total of 21 International Universities participated in the Fair. Students from various Pakistani School were invited. 12 February 2020
Pakistan Embassy Moscow An event to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day was held at the Embassy of Pakistan on 05 February 2020. Many guests from different walks of life, including scholars, representative of various think tanks, journalists, students and members of the Pakistani community took part in the evening.
Special thanks to the speakers: Syed Ishtiaq Hamdani, a prominent journalist of Kashmiri origin, political analyst Mr Andrew Korybko, poets Ludmila Avdeyeva and Vladimir Lesovoy for sharing their thoughts. 10 February 2020
Embassy of Pakistan, Amman
Kashmir Solidarity Day observed in Amman! The Embassy of Pakistan in Amman organized a Kashmir seminar today at the Embassy in the context of Kashmir Solidarity Day. The event was attended by Jordanian notables, members of academia, think tanks, media and Pakistani community.
The speakers included Dr.Hussam Akhuzahieh, President of the Pakistan Graduates Club, Professor Dr Hassan al Momani, Professor Dr Adab Saud and Dr Hassan Mobeuddin. The Speakers highlighted the atrocious Indian brutalities against the people of Indian occupied Jammu & Kashmir that are continuing for the last 73 years with shameless impunity. They underscored that Jammu & Kashmir is the unfinished agenda of the Partition of British India and the treacherous machinations of Britain and India led to illegal Indian occupation of Jammu & Kashmir. India in violation of numerous UN Security Council resolutions keep occupying Jammu & Kashmir against the wishes of its people and never allowed the free and fair plebiscite as per the UN Security Council resolutions. The Speakers saluted the courageous and valiant Kashmiris for their determination in the face of Indian state tyranny and for waging the historic and sacred struggle against the Indian occupation, subjugation and Indian oppressions. Moreover, similarities between the Palestine and Jammu & Kashmir disputes were mentioned as both are stories of grave human tragedies and sufferings at the hands of occupying powers. Special prayers were also offered for the martyred of Jammu & Kashmir and Palestine and for the freedom of the two peoples. يوم التضامن مع كشمير في عمان! نظمت سفارة باكستان في عمان ندوة في كشمير اليوم في السفارة في سياق يوم التضامن مع كشمير. حضر الحفل ممثلون أردنيون وأعضاء أكاديميون و كبار الشخصيات من الفكر والإعلام والمجتمع الباكستاني. وكان من بين المتحدثين الدكتور حسام أخوزهية، رئيس نادي الخريجين الباكستانيين ، والأستاذ الدكتور حسن المومني ، والأستاذة الدكتورة أدب سعود والدكتور حسن مبيضين. وسلط المتحدثون الضوء على الوحشية الهندية ضد شعب جامو وكشمير المحتل في الهند والتي استمرت طوال 73 عامًا . وأكدوا أن جامو وكشمير هي الأجندة الغير المكتملة لتقسيم الهند البريطانية وأن مكائد بريطانيا والهند أدت إلى احتلال هندي غير قانوني لجامو وكشمير. الهند في انتهاك للعديد من قرارات مجلس الأمن التابع للأمم المتحدة، حيث تواصل احتلال جامو وكشمير ضد رغبات شعبها ولم تسمح لهم مطلقًا بالاستفتاء الحر والعادل وفقًا لقرارات مجلس الأمن التابع للأمم المتحدة. وحيا المتحدثون الكشميريين الشجعان والبواسل لعزمهم في مواجهة طغيان الدولة الهندية وشنهم الكفاح التاريخي والمقدس ضد الاحتلال الهندي والإخضاع والاضطهاد الهندي. علاوة على ذلك ، ذُكرت أوجه التشابه بين نزاع فلسطين وجامو وكشمير لأن كلاهما قصص عن مآسي بشرية خطيرة ومعاناة على أيدي قوى الاحتلال. كما تم تقديم دعوات خاصة لشهداء جامو وكشمير وفلسطين ومن أجل حرية الشعبين.
10 March 2020
Observance of “Kashmir Solidarity Day 2020” Kashmir Solidarity Day observed on 05 February 2020 at the Embassy of Pakistan, Cairo, with participation from cross-section of Egyptian society including academia, media and think-tank community as well as Pakistani notables and students. 9 February 2020
Consulate General of Pakistan, Dubai
All UAE Inter-School Urdu Literature Festival Organized by the Consulate General of Pakistan in association with Bazm-e-Urdu Dubai, 08th February 2020. Total of 10 Pakistani School all over UAE participated in the Festival.
9 February 2020
Hundreds of Kashmiris and Pakistanis, took to the streets in Athens today and staged a huge demonstration outside the Indian Embassy, to express solidarity with the people of Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and condemn the curfew imposed by India. 9 February 2020
PakConsulate Jeddah
#KashmirSolidarityDay Pakistan Consulate General in Jeddah observed Kashmir Solidarity day to show unity with their Kashmiri brethren. The programme started with the recitation of Holy Quran. Then messages of President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out. The President and the Prime Minister said in their messages that the illegal acts of India on August 5 have further strengthened the relations between the people of Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan. The government and the people of Pakistan will continue their political moral and diplomatic support to the Kashmiri people according to the UN Security Council resolutions.
Dr. Ali Al-Ghamdi, who is a retired Saudi diplomat and veteran columnist was chief guest at the occasion. In his address he said that Muslims of occupied Kashmiri are going through difficult times and it is moral, political and diplomatic duty of all Muslim Countries to raise voice for the Muslims wether in kashmir, palestine or Rohingya. He appreciated the participation of school children in the event and said that there is a need to pass on the message to the younger generation. He said that there are reasonable people in India who must act so that sanity prevails. No forced occupation lasts long, he added. The Consul General in his welcome address shed light on India’s illegal and unilateral actions of August 5 last year and emphasized that despite turning Kashmir into a large prison, India has not been able to decrease the indomitable spirit of the freedom loving Kashmiri people. He enumerated the steps taken by the government of Pakistan at various international forums to highlight India’s unacceptable actions and gross human rights violations. He appealed to the community that we all should play our due role individually and collectively in raising this issue at every forum to counter the Indian propaganda through concerted efforts He told that we are connecting Kashmir Committees in the important capitals for effective coordination so that they are in unison when voicing for the struggle of the Kashmiris. Kashmiri Representative Ghulam Nabi Mir called upon India to immediately stop gross, systematic and state sponsored human rights violations in Kashmir and allow international human rights and humanitarian organizations an unhindered access to the occupied state. Chairman Kashmir Committee Mr. Masood Puri and President Jammu and Kashmir Overseas community Sardar Ishfaq also shared their views with the audience. They told that Kashmir is an unfinished agenda of the partition and needs to be resolved according to the UN resolutions. Mr. Rizwan Sheikh Permanent Representative of Pakistan to OIC, reaffirmed government of Pakistan’s continued political, diplomatic and moral support to the oppressed Kashmiris in their legitimate struggle for the right to self-determination, promised to them by the international community through numerous UNSC Resolutions. He also expressed thanks to OIC for supporting the Kashmir Cause. The event began with speeches of the children of schools expressing their support for the Kashmir cause. In their speeches the students expressed solidarity with Kashmiri brethren in their just struggle for right to self-determination, urged India to demonstrate sincerity for resolution of the longstanding Kashmir dispute and come to the negotiating table for resolving the issue. The school children also presented kashmiri songs۔ A documentary on Kashmir was also played before the audience. 6 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day event was held at the Consulate General of Pakistan. The Consul General H.E Muhammad Ashraf reiterated strongly that Kashmiris must be given the right of self-determination as promised by the United Nations Security Council Resolutions. He called upon the civilized world to force the Indian state to lift the siege which has converted the paradise on earth into an open prison. 6 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day in Brasilia on February 5 : Embaixada do Paquistão Brasília Comunicado de imprensa Dia de solidariedade da Caxemira observado no Brasil “Comemorando hoje, o Dia da Solidariedade da Caxemira, mais uma vez, chamamos a atenção da comunidade internacional, incluindo o Conselho de Segurança das Nações Unidas, a ajudar a resolver a disputa da Caxemira, de acordo com as resoluções do CSNU e as aspirações do povo da Caxemira. Também reafirmamos nossa total solidariedade com o povo de Jammu e Caxemira ocupado pela Índia, que está continuamente sendo subjugado o sob toque de recolher e confinado desde 5 de agosto de 2019. É uma das piores crises de direitos humanos do século XXI ”, conforme declarou Embaixador do Paquistão, Sr. Najm us Saqib declarou enquanto discursava hoje em uma reunião considerável na Embaixada do Paquistão, em Brasília. O Embaixador também reiterou o apoio diplomático, moral e político do Paquistão às pessoas oprimidas de Jammu e Caxemira e garantiu que a campanha em andamento para destacar a disputa da Caxemira em todos os fóruns continuaria até que uma solução justa da disputa fosse alcançada. Foram lidas as mensagens do Presidente e do Primeiro Ministro do Paquistão. Outros palestrantes, incluindo representantes da Caxemira, membros da Associação Paquistão Brasil (PBA), Adido de Defesa o General de Brigada Muhammad Yousaf e o primeiro secretário, Sr. Azeem Ullah Cheema, elogiaram a bravura do povo da Caxemira ocupada em face da contínua repressão Índiana. A Índia transformou 8 milhões de pessoas de Jammu e Caxemira em uma prisão em massa, com a implantação de 900.000 forças de segurança Índianas. Dezenas de pessoas foram mortas, seqüestradas, desapareceram e mulheres foram perseguidas e molestadas. Os palestrantes declararam que a presença das Forças de Ocupação na região é ilegal bem como suas ações; seus crimes eram inaceitáveis e imperdoáveis. A Índia deve ser responsabilizada por seus crimes contra a humanidade que foram extensivamente registrados pela mídia e organizações internacionais de direitos humanos. No final, a Associação Paquistão Brasil (PBA) apresentou um escudo ao Embaixador Najm us Saqib em reconhecimento por seus serviços inestimáveis para a Caxemira e por cuidar dos interesses da comunidade paquistanesa sediada na América do Sul. Mais tarde, o Embaixador e sua equipe interagiram com a mídia e os membros da sociedade civil e os atualizaram sobre a situação horrível que prevalece na Caxemira ocupada e na determinação do Paquistão em continuar trabalhando rumo à uma solução justa para a disputa da Caxemira. Brasília 5 de fevereiro de 2020 6 February 2020
Embassy of Pakistan, Damascus
Under the patronage of H.E Air Marshal (Retd) Rashid Kamal, Ambassador of Pakistan to Syria, Embassy of Pakistan celebrated Kashmir Solidarity Day, participated by officers, staff,officials of Pakistan International School of Damascus, Syrian dignitaries, media persons and Pakistani community residing in Syria. On this occasion,messages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out by H.E the Ambassador. He briefed the participants about human rights violations in Indian held Kashmir. In addition various speeches delivered by many members of Pakistani community, They condemned massacres and atrocities perpetrated by the Indian occupation forces against the Kashmiri people aimed to suppress their indigenous struggle for their self-determination. 6 February 2020
Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the United Nations
Kashmir Solidarity Day was observed at the Pakistan Mission to the UN in which a large number of Pakistani and Kashmiri community participated to show solidarity with the people of Occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
6 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day observed at Montreal
6 February 2020
On 5th February 2020, a seminar was held at Pakistan House to commemorate the Kashmir Solidarity Day. Dutch Advocate Hans Gaasbeek a prominent human rights activist from Netherlands was the key-note speaker of the event while Professor Dr. Aslam Syed especially came from Bonn-Germany to share his thoughts on the occasion~
6 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day in Consulate General NewYork
6 February 2020
Consulate General of Pakistan, Dubai observed “Kashmir Solidarity Day” on 05th February 2020.
6 February 2020
Seminar on “Peace and Stability – An Imperative to Prosperity in South Asia” The High Commission of Pakistan organized a seminar titled “Peace and Stability – An Imperative to Prosperity in South Asia” at BMICH Colombo on 5th February 2020. Various impediments towards regional peace and prosperity were highlighted. Eminent Panelist, Mr. Graham Jones, Ex-member of the parliament of United Kingdom, Sardar Attique Ahmad Khan, Ex-Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Ms. Medha de Alwis, Sri Lankan Journalist and High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka, Major General (Retd) Muhammad Saad Khattak, addressed the seminar.
Mr. Graham Jones noted that West is not playing its due role for resolution of Kashmir issue and therefore it is our collective responsibility to highlight and play our part for resolution of this issue. He further said that situation in Kashmir threatens international peace and security with acts of state brutality within Indian controlled Jammu & Kashmir. Sardar Attique Ahmad Khan, while speaking on the occasion, said that Kashmir dispute took birth in 1947 in the most sensitive region of South Asia, the disputed land of Jammu and Kashmir nestled among three nuclear powers of today – Pakistan, China and India. Unfortunately, India, despite making local, regional and international commitments on Kashmir, is not forthcoming to click the peace call. All the past 72 years are a history of arrogance, bigotry, hate, chauvinism, expansionism and troublous for her neighbors. He further stated that India has caged nine million Kashmiris by one million military and para-military troops besieging whole valley of Kashmir since august 5,2019. Flouting all promises and pledges, Indian Leadership has made to the world standing in the witness box of the United Nations Security Council, it militarily bifurcated Kashmir into parts and usurped them what they call Union Territories. As per the UN charter no physical change can be made in any disputed region or territory. Ms. Medha de Alwis highlighted that all regional countries should play their part to resolve all regional issues for strengthening SAARC. In his concluding remarks, the High Commissioner, Major General (Retd) Muhammad Saad Khattak emphasized that despite tremendous potential, 16.1% of South Asian population is below poverty line mainly due to the chronic dispute between two major powers; India and Pakistan. In the same context SAARC could not take off as per its goals and potential. He further said that with the revocation of articles 370 and abolition of 35A, India has blatantly violated UNSC resolutions and its own constitution. Subsequently, it followed with draconian and repressive measures by imprisoning the entire nine million peoples denying all rights, duly noticed and highlighted by international bodies and human rights organizations. The seminar was largely attended by the people from different walks of life including Diplomats, Journalists, participants from think tanks, members of Civil Society and Pakistani community. Colombo 06 February, 2020
The Kashmir Solidarity Day was observed in Denmark to express solidarity with the suppressed people of Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IOJK). The Embassy organized a “Round Table Conference on Kashmir” on 5 February which was attended by around 50 guests including Member of Danish Parliament, select representatives of Copenhagen-based human rights organizations, media, think tanks, academics in addition to Pakistani/Kashmiri community members.
Welcoming the participants, Ms. Ismat Hassan, Charge d’ Affaires highlighted different dimensions of the Kashmir Issue. She stated that the legitimate demand of Kashmiri people for their right to self-determination over the course of the past seven decades has been met with illegal and untenable annexation of IOJK by India on August 5. Subsequently, the Indian government imposed inhuman lockdown, enforcing communication blockade besides additional measures to further brutalize the Kashmir people to deter them from protesting. The CdA reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue to extend moral, diplomatic and political support for the people of IOJK. Other participants to the conference discussed the egregious human rights situation in IOJK including detention of mainstream Kashmiri leaders, human rights activists and journalists as a deterrence tool by the Indian Security Forces. The conference urged the international community to intervene immediately for an end to the suffering of the Kashmiri people. Kashmir related material was disseminated amongst the participants. Additionally, messages of the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan on the occasion were placed on Embassy’s website as well as Facebook page. Refreshment was served at the end. Copenhagen 5 February 2020
Embassy of Pakistan, Washington DC
A large number of Pakistani and Kashmiri Americans gathered at the Embassy of Pakistan to express solidarity with the people of Indian occupied Kashmir in their struggle against Indian atrocities and to support their right of self-determination.
5 February 2020
To express solidarity with the people of the Indian Occupied Kashmir in their legitimate struggle for the right to self-determination, a community gathering was organized at the Embassy today. It was attended by a large number of community members and officials of the Embassy along with their families.
The ceremony began with the recitation from the Holy Quran. The national anthems of Pakistan & Azad Kashmir were played. The messages of President Dr. Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan were read out on the occasion. Pakistani students from different universities performed national songs. While expressing tribute to the unparallel commitment of the Kashmiris for the attainment of the legitimate right for self-determination, the Charge d’ Affaires highlighted grave human right situation in the occupied valley after 5 August, 2019. He informed the gathering about the stand taken on the issue by the UN Secretary General, UN High Commissioner on Human Rights, the UN experts, Amnesty International, the US Congressional Commission and Parliament of the European Union. He also informed them about protests by the Muslims of India after publication of National Register of Citizens for Assam and passing of Citizenship Amendment Act. The participants expressed solidarity with their Kashmiri brethren and reiterated their resolve to make efforts in their respective area of influence to create awareness among the local population about the Kashmir issue and unprecedented human rights violations by Indian forces in the Kashmir valley. Bishkek 5th February 2020
Solidarity observed with Kashmiris in Tehran The Embassy of Pakistan, Tehran arranged a ceremony on 5th February,2020 in Tehran to observe solidarity with the innocent Kashmiris of the Indian Occupied Kashmir who were subjected to worst kind of brutalities by Indian forces and denied their right to self-determination.
Messages of the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan were read out to the audience comprising Iranian scholars,academicians,intellectuals, media persons, members of Pakistani community, Pakistani and Iranian students. Charge de Affaires Syed Muhammad Fawad Sher, in his speech, paid homage to the sacrifices of the valiant Kashmiris and said that the recent brutal use of force and continued lockdown of Kashmir by the Indian forces has failed to suppress the indigenous struggle of the Kashmiri people aspiring for their right to self-determination. Referring to the recent brutalities and atrocities being committed by India against the Kashmiri people, Fawad Sher said that the Modi government has endangered the peace of the region and the entire world by abrogating Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which protected the identity and Kashmiriat of all the Kashmiris in India. The continued lockdown and crackdown against peaceful Kashmiris, including youth and children by the Indian forces is an attempt to subjugate and suppress them, but widespread protests and demonstrations are a testimony to the indigenous nature of the legitimate struggle of the Kashmiri people, he said. Syed Fawad Sher thanked the Iranian Supreme leader Ayatollah Syed Ali Khamenei and the present Government for supporting the cause of the Kashmiri Muslims and condemning the recent Indian atrocities in IOK. Students from Urdu Department, Tehran University and Pakistan Embassy International School & College, in their speeches, condemned the atrocities and human right violations being committed by Indian forces against the peaceful Kashmiris in IOK. Poet Ahmed Shehryar also recited his poetry on the sufferings of Kashmiri Muslims. A documentary on Kashmir was also screened on the occasion while English and Farsi newspapers published special article on the day. 5 February 2020
Pakistan Embassy Seoul
(2020-02-5) Embassy of Pakistan, Seoul hosted an event today to commemorate the Kashmir Solidarity Day. The event was well attended by participants from diverse backgrounds including Korean and Pakistani students, professors, businessmen and famous social media influencers of Korea to express their support and solidarity with the people of the Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IOJ&K) who are waging a brave and just struggle for realizing their inalienable right to self-determination and freedom. Charge’ d’affaires read President and Prime Minister’s messages on the occasion of Kashmir Solidarity Day. Participants were also briefed on the genesis of Kashmir issue as well as prevailing situation in the region. Attendees were briefed that 5 February was being commemorated in Pakistan and globally to express solidarity with the oppressed people of Kashmir who have been waging a struggle for their freedom and self-determination for over 70 years in the face of repression and atrocities at the hands of the Indian occupying forces. The situation in IOJ&K is one of the worst human rights and humanitarian crisis. Pakistan supports the just struggle of the Kashmiri people for the realization of their right to self-determination and has been calling for accountability for the human rights violations in IOJ&K. Participants showed deep interest and raised number of pertinent questions on the issue of Kashmir and its global and regional implications and engaged in active discussions with the officers of the Embassy. Despite the outbreak of corona virus in Korea, a large turn-out on this event showed the importance attached to this international issue.
Seoul 5 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day observed in Chicago on February 05, 2020.
5 February 2020
To mark the Kashmir Solidarity Day in Chicago, a Seminar was organized by the Consulate General of Pakistan, Chicago today (February 05, 2020). It was attended by people from different walks of life, including think tanks, academia, students, representatives of community and journalists.
5 February 2020
The Embassy of Pakistan Berlin organized an event to commemorate Kashmir Solidarity Day to express Pakistan’s unshakable solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Kashmir, who have been under an illegal lockdown since many months. Ambassador Jauhar Saleem addressed the audience , revisited Kashmir’s struggle for freedom since the Independence of Pakistan and highlighted human rights violations in Indian Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IOJK) which have been going on for decades. Candles were also lit to observe a vigil for our Kashmiri brothers and sisters
5 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day
5 February 2020
An event was held at the Embassy of Pakistan, Abu Dhabi today to observe ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’. A large number of Kashmiri and Pakistani community members based in Abu Dhabi attended the function. Mr. Muhammad Saeed Sarwar, Charge d’ Affaires of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Abu Dhabi presided over the function. Special messages of the President and Prime Minister on the ‘Kashmir Solidarity Day’ were read out during the event.
Special documentary was shown depicting the gross human rights violations being committed by the Indian security forces in Kashmir. Students from Pakistan Community Schools also made speeches and sang national and Kashmiri songs on the occasion. At the end of the function, special prayers were offered for the Kashmiri martyrs and for an early resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the UN resolutions and wishes of the Kashmiri people. The brochures, posters, booklets and articles relevant to the occasion were also distributed amongst the participants in the event. 5 February 2020
Kashmir_Solidarity_Day on 05_February_2020. Large number of Pakistani community attended the event.
5 February 2020
Press Release Kashmir Solidarity Day observed at Embassy of Pakistan, Tokyo
(05-02-2020): In order to express solidarity and to reaffirm steadfast support for our Kashmiri brothers and sisters in distress, the Mission observed Kashmir Solidarity Day at the Chancery today. A broad cross section of Japanese society comprising of academics, journalists, think tanks, business persons, government officials and members of the Pakistan Community were in attendance. Messages of the President and Prime Minister in support of the Kashmir cause were read out. The National Anthem of Azad Jammu & Kashmir along with our National Anthem was played on occasion. Members of the Pakistan Community also made speeches in support of our Kashmiri brethren. Earlier in the day, Pakistan Community members with banners and placards in hand marched towards the UN Representative Office in Tokyo and submitted a resolution on behalf of the “Kashmir Solidarity Forum in Japan” reminding the United Nations of its pledge made to the people of Kashmir accepting their right of self determination. The Ambassador in his key-note address shed light on India’s illegal and unilateral actions of August 5 last year and emphasized that despite turning Kashmir into a large prison, India has not been able to dampen the indomitable spirit of the freedom loving Kashmiri people. He enumerated the steps taken by the government of Pakistan at various international forums to highlight India’s unacceptable actions and gross human rights violations. The Ambassador specifically mentioned that in the last six months, the UN Security Council on 3 difference occasions has taken cognizance of the matter and has discussed the prevailing situation in the area, thereby belying India’s claims that the Jammu & Kashmir dispute is India’s internal matter. The Ambassador concluded his speech by reaffirming government of Pakistan’s continued full political, diplomatic and moral support to the oppressed Kashmiris in their legitimate struggle for the right to self-determination, promised to them by the international community through numerous UNSC Resolutions. Separately in the evening, the Ambassador interacted with prominent Japanese media persons and select think-tanks of Japan and discussed the recent situation in IOJ&K. Moreover, the Mission in collaboration with the Japan based Kashmir Solidarity Forum will be holding a “Kashmir week” by conducting similar, events/seminars in other cities of Japan, starting from today. Tokyo, PR# 04/2020 ***** 5 April 2020
Crimes against humanity in Indian occupied Kashmir call for immediate intervention of international community: Nafees Zakaria Indian occupation forces are committing unabated crimes against humanity in occupied Kashmir which calls for immediate intervention of the international community. High Commissioner Mohammad Nafees Zakaria was addressing the audience at the Kashmir Solidarity Day Seminar held at the British Parliament on 4 February 2020. The Seminar was organized by the Women Council of Jammu Kashmir Self-Determination Movement International (JKSDMI) team led by its Chairman Raja Najabat Hussain.
Those who attended and spoke at the event included Sardar Masood Khan, President AJ&K; Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons Dame Rosalie Winterton MP; Debbie Abrahams MP, Chairperson All Party Parliamentary Kashmir Group; Shadow Secretary of State for Media & Culture Tracy Brabin MP; Yasmin Qureshi MP; Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Tony Lloyd MP; Lord Qurban Hussain; Shadow Foreign Minister for South Asia Afzal Khan MP; Lillian Greenwood MP and Mohammed Yaseen MP. Besides, a large number of Kashmiri Diaspora in the UK, especially women and youth along with media representatives, attended the Seminar. High Commissioner said Kashmir is an internationally recognized dispute and still on the agenda of the UN Security Council. He informed the audience that over 07 decades, many dimensions have been added to it such as grave situation of human rights, risk to the regional security and its bearing on socio-economic condition of the people of the region. He said that Prime Minister Imran Khan has repeatedly cautioned the international community that the Indian adventurism could pose incalculable danger to the regional security and beyond. Briefing on the genesis of the dispute, Mr Zakaria said that Kashmir issue was a consequence of the violation of the basic principle of the partition plan and manipulation of the demarcation of boundaries. In this regard, he cited the historical accounts recorded by the British historian Prof. Alastair Lamb, Secretary to the Boundary Commission Sir Christopher Beaumont, Indian Lawyer A G Noorani, and HR Activist Victoria Schofield. The High Commissioner said that Indian unilateral and illegal actions on 5th August 2019 have led to a humanitarian crisis in IoK due to the siege laid by 900,000 fully armed Indian forces laid on 8 million defenceless and voiceless Kashmiris. Genocide Watch has issued Genocide Alert for Kashmir. Since 5th August, Kashmiris have remained cut off from the outside world leading to civilian deaths due to shortages of food and medicines. Mr Zakaria said: “Long trail of torture against innocent Kashmiris has been well documented by a number of international human rights bodies and organizations. In this regard, International People’s Tribunal (IPT) Report of 2009, entitled ‘Buried Evidence’ about mass graves and Amnesty International report called ‘Losing Sight in Kashmir’ about pellet guns victims clearly reveal the ongoing gross human rights violations in IOK.” Mr Zakaria said crimes against humanity including mass killings, mass graves, mass rapes, mass blindings in Idian occupied Kashmir and actions taken in the aftermath of 5th August 2019 contravene all relevant international laws and conventions on human rights, such as: (a) The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights & 1949 Geneva Convention IV; (b) 1998 ICC Statute; (c) International Law Commission (ILC); (d) Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (1948), the Convention on the elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (1979), the Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989); and (e) A series of international human rights treaties and other instruments adopted since 1945. All are applicable on the Human Rights situation in IOK, added Mr Zakaria. The High Commissioner underlined that people would lose faith in the international community and Institutions meant to protect human rights if they don’t intervene. The High Commissioner, while appreciating British Parliamentarians’ support, urged immediate and unconditional lifting of the siege, sending of fact finding mission and delivery of justice to Kashmiri victims of Indian atrocities. Sardar Masood Khan, in his address said India has tried to bury the issue of Kashmir for seven decades but failed miserably as the Kashmiris’ struggle for right to self-determination never ceased despite harrowing brutalities by the occupation forces. He said India has used every instrument of violence and propaganda in its repertoire yet it could not dampen the spirit of the Kashmiri people. The President said today the issue of Kashmir stands internationalized and is being discussed at international forums and world parliaments. The President informed that the situation in occupied Kashmir is more catastrophic than it appears as very little information is coming out due to total lockdown of the region. He said what is being reported about torture and death toll in IOK is just the tip of the iceberg. He called upon the international community, particularly the UK, to play their role in ending the humanitarian crisis in IOK. He urged the big trading nations like UK to address ongoing human rights violations in IOK before entering any trade deal with India. The British Parliamentarians and other speakers expressed deep concerns over gross human rights violations of the Kashmiris by Indian occupation forces. They urged India to end the lockdown and restore communications network in IOK immediately. The speakers also emphasized on sending a fact finding mission to IOK so that ground realities of the region could be known. They called upon the UK government to stand up for protection of human rights of the Kashmiris. 5 February 2020
Kashmir Solidarity Day (5th February) was commemorated in the Embassy of Pakistan, Baku. H.E. Dr. Saeed Khan Mohmand, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Republic of Azerbaijan, read out messages of the President and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. A documentary focusing on the struggle of Kashmiri people for self-determination was also played. On the occasion, H.E. the Ambassador highlighted the importance of Kashmir Solidarity Day and spoke at length on the prevailing situation in IOK and the sense of alienation felt by the Muslims of India as a result of the discriminatory NRC and CAA. Print and electronic Media personnel, Azerbaijani intelligentsia and students participate