On Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs officially expressed its discontent over the
British High Commissioner’s visit to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) on January 10, 2024. The statement strongly condemns such actions as a violation of India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, deeming them unacceptable. The Foreign Secretary has filed a robust complaint with the British High Commissioner in India regarding this infringement.
The statement also emphasizes that Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, are, have always been, and will forever be an integral part of India. The UK High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, visited Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on January 10, 2024.
@MEAIndia reacts on X:
India protests visit of British High Commissioner in Islamabad to Pakistan occupied Kashmir:https://t.co/vd4WqODznI pic.twitter.com/sYwkMUjAkr
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) January 13, 2024
According to reports in the Pakistani media, Jane Marriott, the first female British High Commissioner to Pakistan, reportedly provided justification for her visit to Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK).. Ms. Marriot has also shared some photos from her visit to Mirpur in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on X.
Salaam from Mirpur, the heart of the UK and Pakistan’s people to people ties! 70% of British Pakistani roots are from Mirpur, making our work together crucial for diaspora interests. Thank you for your hospitality! pic.twitter.com/3LyNFQan9H
— Jane Marriott (@JaneMarriottUK) January 10, 2024
