It is imperative to ensure the direct representation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir in upcoming negotiations.

"No issue—whether local, regional, or international—can be resolved fairly, sustainably, or permanently without the involvement of the affected party.  

Following recent Pak-India tensions, the United States' offer to mediate on the Jammu and Kashmir issue is a significant development. However, it is imperative to ensure the direct representation of the people of Jammu and Kashmir in these negotiations.  

The state of Jammu and Kashmir is a recognized international issue, with multiple United Nations resolutions affirming the right to self-determination for its people, allowing them to decide their own future. Regrettably, the leadership of Pakistan and India has attempted to undermine the international status of this issue through bilateral agreements.  

The matter of freedom, survival, and dignity for the 15 million people of Jammu and Kashmir—a state spanning over 85,000 square miles—is not only tied to South Asia but also to global peace."