New York, In a significant appeal at the United Nations, Pakistan and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have emphasized the principle of the right to self-determination as a means to resolve key global issues, including the situations in Kashmir and Palestine, in accordance with United Nations resolutions.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Munir Akram, in his opening remarks, cautioned that the failure to address these disputes poses a threat to international peace and security. He underscored that the right of self-determination is the “bedrock” of the modern international system and a fundamental principle of the UN Charter. Akram highlighted the ongoing denial of this right in Palestine and in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir as flagrant violations.

Additionally, the OIC Permanent Observer to the UN, Hameed Opeloyeru, spoke at the event, affirming the OIC’s steadfast support for the Kashmiri people’s legitimate struggle to realize their inalienable right to self-determination. This joint stance by Pakistan and the OIC at the United Nations underscores their commitment to seeking peaceful resolutions to longstanding conflicts based on international law and the principles enshrined in the UN Charter.