The highlight of his 45-minute long address was Kashmir. He reminded the world that India's actions in the occupied valley could lead to a bloodbath.
“PM Imran spoke from the heart for Kashmiris on the floor of the highest global forum,” said AJK President Masood Khan.
“Now it is the responsibility of the world community to come forward and settle the Kashmir dispute as per the wishes of Kashmiris."
The parliamentary leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in AJK Legislative Assembly Abdul Majid Khan said Kashmiris were indebted to the prime minister for highlighting the Kashmir cause at UNGA.
If war imposed by India, we will fight till the end: PM Imran says in UNGA speech
“It is the first time Kashmiris have seen a leader from Pakistan, who spoke openly for the rights of Kashmiris. The speech was a real representation of the oppressed people of the occupied state of Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.
Prominent Kashmiri leader and President of the Jammu and Kashmir Salvation Movement (JKSM) Altaf Ahmad Bhat said the prime minister exposed India’s state terrorism and its nefarious designs in IOK.
“The speech has given new hope to the besieged Kashmiris," he said.
Opposition leader in the AJK Assembly Chaudhry Muhammad Yaseen said PM Imran reminded the world of their responsibility to bring peace and security to the region. “Every Kashmiri and Pakistani is jubilant at the speech of the prime minister.”
Kashmiri activist Mushaal Mullick thanked the prime minister for expressing "true, real sentiments" of Kashmiris' right to self-determination.
My take on Pakistan’s Prime Minister’s speech at UNGA exposing Indian Brutalities in Occupied Jammu and Kashmir..#UNGA2019 #KashmirIssue pic.twitter.com/FdIVHPEiMf
— Mushaal Hussein Mullick (@MushaalMullick) September 27, 2019
In a statement, Interior Minister Ejaz Shah appreciated PM Imran for effectively projecting the Kashmir cause at international level. He expressed the hope that efforts made for the resolution of Kashmir issue would bear fruit.
Salman Masood, a Pakistan correspondent for The New York Times, termed the speech "impassioned".
Impassioned and forceful speech by PM Imran Khan at the U.N. Some parts of it would raise some eyebrows in the West. He has reminded U.N to fulfil its Kashmir pledge. But for the domestic audience, it has hit a home run.
— Salman Masood (@salmanmasood) September 27, 2019
Journalist Zarrar Khuhro also praised the premier for shining "on the international stage".
He shines on the international stage, there is no denying that. It's been a marathon tour with countless speaking engagements and interviews with pointed Questions. Played well indeed. Even haters are advised to give credit where it is due, and it is due.
— Zarrar Khuhro (@ZarrarKhuhro) September 27, 2019
"Brilliant speech by our PM," tweeted cricketer Sana Mir.
Brilliant speech by our PM @ImranKhanPTI that covered an extensive content emphasising four points.
— Sana Mir ثناء میر (@mir_sana05) September 27, 2019
1. Climate change.
2. Eliminating money laundering & tax heavens.
3. Islamophobia & blasphemy of Prophet (PBUH).
4. Freedom for Kashmir.@AsiaSociety @UN #UNGA2019 pic.twitter.com/qNj7aX5oym
Chief Minister Punjab Usman Buzdar said, "Prime Minister Imran Khan has lifted Pakistan's International stature in just a few months. His struggle for the people of Kashmir is bound to be successful"
Prime Minister Imran Khan has lifted Pakistan's International stature in just few months. His struggle for the people of #Kashmir is bound to be successful
— Usman Buzdar (@UsmanAKBuzdar) September 27, 2019
World can't remain ignorant of brewing humanitarian crisis in Indian occupied Jammu & Kashmir now! #ImranKhanVoiceOfKashmir
Prominent Pakistani-American journalist Shaheen Sehbai also lauded PM Imran's speech, saying the premier had "jumped several levels up in international stature with his UN blowout."
GENUINE HIGH: ImranKhan has jumped several levels up in international stature with his UN blowout.Firing straight into bull's eye, he had to get world attn. Now only if the Leeches, Bloodsuckers n Scroungers at home will let him put our own house in order #ImranKhanVoiceOfKashmir
— SHAHEEN SEHBAI (@SSEHBAI1) September 27, 2019
Journalist Owais Tohid termed the speech "bold" and "convincing"
"I believe PM @ImranKhanPTI speech on Kashmir was bold, convincing reflecting his conviction for Kashmir cause."
I believe PM @ImranKhanPTI speech on Kashmir was bold, convincing reflecting his conviction for Kashmir cause. IK presented charge sheet against Modi, exposing RSS& it’s designs against Kashmiris at the UNGA. But it’s still a long battle, the battle of Kashmiris to win freedom.
— Owais Tohid (@OwaisTohid) September 27, 2019
Secretary-General of Pakistan Awami Tehreek Khurram Nawaz Gandapur reiterated PM Imran's words and urged the UN to take immediate notice of the situation in Kashmir.
"The World should be on notice. When KASHMIR burns, two Nuclear Powers come to the brink of war. The UNGA will be responsible for any escalation which takes the World to a point of no return"
Pakistan Zindabad. The World should be on notice. When KASHMIR burns, two Nuclear Powers come to the brink of War. The UNGA will be responsible for any escalation which takes the World to a point of no return #PakCyberArmy
— Khurram Nawaz Gandapur (@GandapurPAT) September 27, 2019
While Foreign Policy Analyst Sameera Khan said, "It’s really pathetic how some PAK liberals will endorse the Indian narrative on Kashmir just to shit on IK."
It’s really pathetic how some PAK liberals will endorse the Indian narrative on Kashmir just to shit on IK.
— Samirah (@SameeraKhan) September 27, 2019
Shame on you.
With input from APP
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