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UN spokesperson refers reporters to UN maps after questions on "occupied" Kashmir
Summary
When asked about human rights concerns and terminology for Kashmir, the UN spokesperson said the secretary‑general supports the High Commissioner for Human Rights and referred journalists to UN reports and relevant UN maps that use the terms "India‑occupied Kashmir" and "Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir."
A reporter asked about recent developments in Pakistan‑administered Kashmir and cited a High Commissioner for Human Rights call for an impartial investigation into protesters' deaths and restrictions on peaceful assembly. The UN spokesperson said he supports the High Commissioner's work and that the secretary‑general expects authorities to allow peaceful protest and ensure accountability if peaceful protesters were harmed.
On whether the UN recognizes areas as "Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir," the spokesperson referred journalists to United Nations reports and maps, which the briefing said explicitly mention areas designated as India‑occupied Kashmir and Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir. The briefing did not announce any new change to UN positions or maps, only referred to existing UN material.
