KASHMIR

Early day motion 1087, tabled 25 October 2000 by Roger Godsiff (Labour). Signed by 21 members.

That this House notes that 27th October marks the 53rd anniversary of the Indian occupation of large areas of the state of Jammu and Kashmir; notes that a peaceful solution to one of the world's longest-running disputes appears no closer; further notes that Kashmir continues to be one of the most highly militarized areas of the world; expresses regret that the reports of human rights violations, particularly cases of extra-judicial torture and death, continue unabated; commends both the US and United Kingdom governments for their continuing efforts to develop constructive dialogue and reduce tensions in the area; supports any initiatives taken by the governments of India or Pakistan to engage in meaningful dialogue; and urges Her Majesty's Government to continue to support vigorously the United Nations resolutions of 1948, 1949 and 1957 which upheld the right of the Kashmiri people to self-determination, whilst promoting a solution which incorporates the full involvement of the Kashmiri people.

Signatures by party: Labour 19, Conservative 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.