Islamabad: Pakistan has rejected unwarranted remarks on Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Foreign Office, in a statement today, expressed concern over the irresponsible and ill-informed insinuations made by certain members of the diaspora in the UK regarding Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The statement advised these individuals to refrain from interfering in the internal affairs of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, suggesting that they would do well to contribute positively to their country of residence.

The Foreign Office also addressed the unwarranted remarks and queries raised by certain British Members of Parliament, highlighting their lack of awareness and disregard for the historical background of the issue. The statement emphasized that Pakistan is a sovereign and democratic republic that firmly believes in non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries and expects the same from others.

Additionally, the Foreign Office stressed that the Governments of Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir fully recognize and respect the constitutional rights of citizens to peaceful assembly, freedom of expression, and democratic participation. However, it made clear that acts of vandalism, destruction of public services, including hospitals, and the murder of innocent civilians and law enforcement officials cannot be permitted under any circumstances.

The statement concluded by urging the British Government to educate and caution those supporting proscribed organizations to refrain from such actions and to respect the democratic process, judicial decisions, and the rule of law as enshrined in the Constitutions of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistan.