Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, addressing the United Nations General Assembly, once again highlighted the Kashmir issue, saying that Kashmir is Pakistan’s jugular vein and water should not be used as a weapon, while the promises made regarding the right to self-determination of Kashmiris should be fulfilled.
The prime minister said it was an honour for him to address the General Assembly once again and that this was his fourth address to the General Assembly. He also congratulated Khalil-ur-Rehman on being elected president of the General Assembly.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan had brought the United States and Iran to the table in Islamabad and played an important role in mediating between Iran and the United States. He said the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb were the backbone of the region.
The prime minister said the efforts of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir created room for diplomacy. He said India launched an attack based on a false narrative, while Pakistan, under the leadership of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, mounted a strong defence and won the war.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan had taught India a lesson it would never forget. Once again highlighting the Kashmir issue at the United Nations General Assembly, he said the promises made regarding the right to self-determination of Kashmiris should be fulfilled.
The prime minister said the Makkah Agreement was not against any country.
Regarding Afghanistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Afghan territory was being used by the TTP, Fitna al-Khawarij and the BLA.
He said the Afghan government would have to fulfil its international responsibilities and all attacks originating from Afghan soil must be stopped.
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