Pakistan’s Unyielding Support for Kashmir: Diplomacy, Advocacy, and Global Outreach

Pakistan has maintained a steadfast commitment to advocating for the right to self-determination of the Kashmiri people, framing the Kashmir issue as both a matter of international law and a humanitarian concern. Pakistan calls for a resolution in line with United Nations resolutions, emphasizing that the future of Kashmir must be decided in accordance with the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

Pakistan has consistently condemned what it describes as human rights violations in Indian-administered Kashmir, urging the international community to uphold justice and ensure the protection of human rights. This narrative remains a focal point in Pakistan’s foreign policy, with leaders prioritizing the Kashmir issue in diplomatic engagements, international summits, and bilateral meetings. Pakistani leaders often remind the world of the historical and moral context of the Kashmir conflict, asserting their duty to support the Kashmiri cause as an “unfinished agenda” of Partition.

Following India’s revocation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, which changed Jammu and Kashmir’s autonomous status, Pakistan’s leaders have intensified their diplomatic outreach to global powers, international organizations, and think tanks, calling for global scrutiny of India’s actions in the region. Pakistani officials continue to observe annual days such as Kashmir Solidarity Day and organize rallies to show support for Kashmiris, projecting a message of unity with their cause.

Beyond symbolic gestures, Pakistan’s government and media actively produce content advocating the Kashmiri cause, including documentaries, opinion pieces, and interviews shared on international media platforms to bolster global awareness. These efforts align with Pakistan’s stance that the only just solution is a UN-supervised plebiscite that allows Kashmiris to decide their own future.

The government of Pakistan also encourages its global diaspora to participate in rallies, social media campaigns, and advocacy efforts, demonstrating widespread solidarity. This mobilization highlights the importance of Kashmir in Pakistan’s national identity, often referred to as the country’s “jugular vein.”

Pakistan’s advocacy efforts underscore its commitment to maintaining international attention on Kashmir and reinforcing its stance that achieving self-determination for Kashmiris is both a moral and national duty. Through a blend of diplomacy, media campaigns, and diaspora mobilization, Pakistan seeks to rally global support for what it views as an essential path to regional stability and peace.