Pakistan Embassy in Beijing Commemorates Kashmir Black Day

The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing commemorated Kashmir Black Day on October 27, reaffirming Pakistan’s support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. The event marked the anniversary of October 27, 1947, when Indian forces entered Jammu and Kashmir, according to the Pakistani government’s account.

Held at the embassy’s chancery, the ceremony highlighted Pakistan’s call for a just and lasting settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. Pakistan maintains that the resolution should follow relevant United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolutions and reflect the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Kashmiris

Messages from Pakistan’s President, Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister were read out during the event. They reiterated Pakistan’s moral, political and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination.

The messages also raised concerns about alleged human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). They called on the international community to uphold international law and protect the fundamental rights of the Kashmiri people.

Ambassador Highlights Role of International Law

Pakistan’s Ambassador to China, Dr. Syed Ali Asad Gillani, stressed the importance of international law and the implementation of relevant UNSC resolutions.

He said a peaceful and lasting resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute remained essential for regional stability and broader peace.

Gillani also appreciated China’s stated position on the dispute and its support for resolving the issue in accordance with relevant UNSC resolutions.

The ambassador reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting the Kashmiri people in their pursuit of self-determination, dignity and justice.

Documentary and Photo Exhibition Held

The embassy screened a documentary highlighting the plight of Kashmiris, followed by a photo exhibition depicting the human rights situation in IIOJK.

Attendees included members of academia, the media, think tanks and the Pakistani community in Beijing. The gathering provided a platform to discuss the dispute and renew calls for a peaceful resolution.

The commemoration formed part of Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to draw international attention to the Jammu and Kashmir issue.