In observance of Kashmir Black Day, the Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels hosted an event to spotlight the ongoing challenges and resilience of the Kashmiri people. Attendees included members of the Pakistani and Kashmiri diaspora as well as representatives from the media.

Chargé d'Affaires Faraz Zaidi, Head of Chancery Muhammad Adil, and Counsellor Press Sagheer Wattoo conveyed messages from the President, Prime Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan. These messages reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kashmiri people in their struggle for self-determination. Mr. Zaidi highlighted the global importance of October 27, stating, "This day, observed globally as Kashmir Black Day, is a solemn reminder of the terror endured by unarmed and innocent Kashmiris, who continue to courageously seek their right to self-determination."

The event featured a video documentary detailing the historical significance of Kashmir Black Day, commemorating October 27, 1947, when Indian forces entered Jammu and Kashmir. The video underscored the human rights abuses endured by Kashmiris and amplified their calls for justice and self-determination, as recognized by United Nations resolutions.

Mr. Imran Saqib, President of the Pakistan Press Club Belgium, presented a poetic tribute to honor the continued resilience and struggle of the Kashmiri people.

Chairman of the Kashmir Council-EU, Ali Raza Syed, addressed the audience, emphasizing the importance of sustained international attention to the Kashmir issue. He urged the global community to respond to the ongoing human rights abuses in the region, stating, “The international community must not ignore the struggles of the Kashmiri people. Their rights, as upheld by international law, must be respected.”

In the lead-up to Kashmir Black Day, the Embassy held a week-long photo exhibition portraying the experiences and resilience of the Kashmiri people, offering further insight into their ongoing struggle.

The event concluded with a collective prayer for peace, justice, and a lasting resolution to the Kashmir issue, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to advocating for the rights of Kashmiris on the international stage.