A sit-in protest against the alleged misconduct of the Pakistani Coast Guard has entered its fifth day, bringing the region to a standstill. Led by the local transporter union, the protest erupted after authorities failed to address the group's grievances, even after an ultimatum expired.
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organised a protest demonstration and photo exhibition outside the United Nations office in Geneva on Tuesday, gathering a large number of activists in front of the iconic Broken Chair monument.
Amid worsening economic conditions in Pakistan, the people continue to suffer from economic hardships, especially rampant inflation and the unemployment crisis, which has made even basic facilities and essentials remain out of their reach.
The announcement comes amidst escalating tensions over what activists describe as decades-long oppression akin to colonial rule imposed on Balochistan. The region, known for its rich natural resources, has been a focal point of development initiatives such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corr
The committee's statement began by highlighting decades of oppression faced by Balochistan, likening their plight to that of a typical imperial colony.
For over seventy years, Balochistan has endured conditions akin to those of an imperial colony, lamented the BYC in a stark indictment of Pakistan's policies.
The faltering economy of the country and the monetary policies designed by Pakistan, currently render the nation incapable of paying back loans and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) projects launched under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Balochistan is preparing for the Baloch National Gathering on July 28, a widespread demonstration across Balochistan and the rest of Pakistan aimed at protesting the Baloch genocide and the exploitation of natural resources by Pakistan and China.
A renowned Uyghur human rights activist has lambasted China for its poor human rights record and its international policies of economic exploitation, especially in Africa.
The Minister of the Central Committee of the International Department of the Communist Party of China, Liu Jianchao, made the remarks at the third meeting of the Pakistan-China Joint Consultative Mechanism.
The statement, made by Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, emphasises India's steadfast position on the issue, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, are integral and inalienable parts of India.