Pakistan urged the global community to come together to combat Islamophobia
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has expressed strong condemnation for a recent disrespectful incident involving the desecration of the Holy Quran in The Hague.
The Foreign Office has issued a statement condemning an intentional act of Islamophobia that has severely hurt the sentiments of two billion Muslims worldwide and poses a risk to peaceful coexistence and inter-religious unity.
The statement highlights that actions of this nature cannot be justified using the concept of legitimate freedom of expression, opinion, or protest.
The statement asserts that international law holds nations responsible for preventing and prohibiting purposeful incitement to hatred, discrimination, and violence based on religion or belief.
Pakistan emphasizes that freedom of expression carries obligations, both for national governments and the global community, to prevent activities that fuel racism, xenophobia, and Islamophobia.
Pakistan points out the significance of the United Nations General Assembly’s 2022 resolution, which declares March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The country has communicated its concerns to Dutch authorities, urging them to consider the sentiments of Muslims worldwide and also take steps to prevent such hateful actions.
To conclude, Pakistan urges the international community to stand together against Islamophobia, raising a united voice to support interfaith harmony. The statement underscores the importance of respecting diverse beliefs and collaborating to promote global understanding.
