Islamabad for defeating 'virulent' Islamophobia
Pakistan's UN representative, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, has called for global action to combat Islamophobia, labeling it a virulent form of hate speech. He emphasized that digital platforms are amplifying disinformation and dehumanizing vulnerable communities, urging member states to protect human dignity.
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The statement reflects Pakistan's ongoing diplomatic efforts to address religious discrimination and hate speech on the international stage.
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"As a firm defender of human dignity, equality and freedom, Pakistan shall continue its engagement with the member states and UN to continue our fight against hate speech-for posterity, our cherished values and for our civilization," Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, told a global conference on promoting interreligious and cultural dialogue held at UN Headquarters in New York on Thursday.
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