Pakistan expressed happiness about the UN General Assembly approving a resolution to fight Islamophobia. The resolution was proposed by Pakistan on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to follow up on an earlier resolution designating March 15 as the International Day to combat Islamophobia.
Key Headings of this content:
- Pakistan’s Welcome to UNGA Resolution on Islamophobia
- Condemnation of Discrimination and Violence against Muslims
- Call for Legislative Action and Policy Measures
- Establishment of UN Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia
- Addressing Rising Challenges: Importance of the Resolution
The UN General Assembly condemned discrimination, hostility, and violence against Muslims, including incidents like desecration of the Holy Quran, attacks on mosques, and other acts of religious intolerance. It urged member countries to enact laws and policies to tackle religious intolerance and violence against Muslims.
Pakistan welcomes adoption of UNGA resolution on Islamophobia
Pakistan praised the decision to appoint a “United Nations Special Envoy to combat Islamophobia.” This is a significant step, as it marks the first time such a position has been created solely to address Islamophobia.
This resolution is especially important now, given the increasing instances of discrimination, violence, and incitement against Muslims worldwide. Pakistan hopes this resolution will help address these challenges effectively.
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Pakistan expressed its satisfaction and appreciation for the United Nations General Assembly’s recent adoption of a resolution aimed at addressing the pressing issue of Islamophobia. This resolution, which was championed by Pakistan on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), is a follow-up to a prior resolution that designated March 15 as the International Day to combat Islamophobia. The aim of this resolution is to combat discrimination, hostility, and violence directed towards Muslims, as evidenced by incidents such as the desecration of the Holy Quran and attacks on mosques.
In addition to condemning such acts of religious intolerance, the UN General Assembly has urged member states to implement legislative and policy measures to combat religious discrimination and violence against Muslims. Pakistan has welcomed this call and has emphasized the importance of this step in addressing the root causes of Islamophobia.
Of particular significance is the decision to appoint a “United Nations Special Envoy to combat Islamophobia.” This appointment marks a historic moment, as it signifies the first time that such a dedicated position has been established specifically to tackle Islamophobia on a global scale. Pakistan sees this as a crucial development in the international community’s efforts to combat discrimination and violence against Muslims.
The adoption of this resolution comes at a critical juncture, as incidents of Islamophobia are on the rise worldwide. Pakistan hopes that this resolution will serve as a catalyst for meaningful change and help to address the growing challenges faced by Muslim communities around the world.
