Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir strongly condemned unprovoked firing by Indian security forces on the Line of Control (LoC). The first in-camera formal meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir was held here at Parliament House on Monday. Chaired by Syed Fakhar Imam, the committee was briefed by Azad Jammu & Kashmir President Sardar Muhammad Masood Khan regarding the Kashmir dispute with its historical background and suggestions for future strategy.
While introducing the president of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, the chairman mentioned him a seasoned diplomat who is considered as an authority on Kashmir issue. Chairman Syed Fakhar Imam briefly highlighted the Kashmir dispute and also said Kashmir issue is, basically, an unfinished agenda of the partition plan. He also referred to important events in history.
The Azad Jammu & Kashmir president gave a detailed overview of the Kashmir issue from all dimensions and also urged the committee to play its due role to further highlight the Kashmir issue in the international arena while effectively using parliamentary diplomacy and media.
The members took keen interest in the proceedings. They made several suggestions and recommendations. The committee members also pointed out that the reports of the UN Human Rights Commission, UK Parliamentary Group, and European Union Human Rights Committee may be discussed in the next meeting to formulate a comprehensive strategy for a future plan of action.
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