Reports of Human Rights Violations by Pakistani Authorities Presented at the 62nd UNHRC Session

巴基斯坦當局侵犯人權報告於第62屆聯合國人權理事會會議提交

Jun 27, 2026, 09:44

Introduction

During the 62nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, several human rights representatives presented evidence of state-sponsored violence and legal problems in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

在日內瓦舉行的聯合國人權理事會第62屆會議中，數名人權代表提交了證據，指證巴基斯坦佔領的查謨-克什米爾（PoJK）、俾路支省及開伯-普什圖省存在國家贊助的暴力與法律問題。

Main Body

The testimonies focused largely on the government's actions in PoJK. Mirza Shafiq and Fazal-ur-Rehman Afridi asserted that banning the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) caused a serious humanitarian crisis. They claimed that police and Rangers blocked main roads, which stopped the delivery of essential medicines and food. According to Shafiq, twenty days of unrest led to 22 deaths, 576 arrests, and 34 charges under anti-terrorism laws. Furthermore, the United Kashmir People's National Party pointed to a deadly incident in Rawalakot on June 7 as proof of aggression by security forces.

證詞主要集中在政府於 PoJK 的行動。Mirza Shafiq 與 Fazal-ur-Rehman Afridi 主張，禁用查謨-克什米爾聯合民眾行動委員會 (JKJAAC) 導致了嚴重的人道主義危機。他們聲稱警方與邊防軍封鎖了主幹道，導致必需的藥品與食物無法運送。根據 Shafiq 的說法，二十天的動盪導致 22 人死亡、576 人被捕，以及 34 項反恐法指控。此外，聯合克什米爾人民國民黨指出 6 月 7 日在 Rawalakot 發生的一起致命事件，證明安全部隊採取了侵略行動。

Similar accusations were made regarding Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Munir Mengal and Afridi argued that the legal system is not independent, specifically mentioning the life imprisonment of Dr. Mahrang Baloch as a political tool to stop Baloch activists. Mengal emphasized that these court decisions reflect the government's wishes rather than fair legal processes. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Afridi alleged that the military used heavy weapons, such as helicopter gunships, which harmed many civilians. The reports also highlighted a pattern of 'enforced disappearances,' including the case of Faridullah Khan Afridi, which has been reported to the UN.

同樣的指控也出現在俾路支省與開伯-普什圖省。Munir Mengal 與 Afridi 主張法律體系並不獨立，特別提到 Dr. Mahrang Baloch 被判終身監禁是作為制止俾路支活動人士的政治工具。Mengal 強調，這些法院判決反映的是政府的意願而非公正的法律程序。在開伯-普什圖省，Afridi 指稱軍方使用了重型武器（如武裝直升機），傷害了許多平民。報告還強調了「強迫失蹤」的模式，包括已向聯合國報告的 Faridullah Khan Afridi 案例。

To solve these issues, the representatives suggested several steps for accountability. They collectively called for an international commission of inquiry and the arrival of UN special experts. There is also a strong demand for international journalists and human rights monitors to have unrestricted access to the regions. Additionally, Mengal and Shafiq emphasized that the government must move away from military action and instead start diplomatic negotiations guaranteed by the international community.

為了解決這些問題，代表們建議了數個問責步驟。他們共同要求成立國際調查委員會並讓聯合國特別專家到訪。此外，他們強烈要求國際記者與人權監察員能夠不受限制地進入這些地區。同時，Mengal 與 Shafiq 強調，政府必須放棄軍事行動，轉而開始由國際社會擔保的外交談判。

Conclusion

The current situation is marked by civilian deaths, limited access to humanitarian aid, and a demand for international investigations into alleged state abuses.

目前的狀況是以平民死亡、人道援助受限，以及要求對指稱的國家虐待行為進行國際調查為特徵。

Vocabulary Learning

🧩 The 'Reporting' Bridge: Moving from 'He said' to B2 Authority

At the A2 level, you likely use 'said' or 'told' for everything. To reach B2, you need to describe how someone speaks and what they are trying to achieve with their words.

Look at these powerful verbs from the text:

Asserted $\rightarrow$ Stronger than 'said'. Use this when someone is stating a fact confidently.
Claimed $\rightarrow$ Cautious. Use this when you aren't 100% sure if the statement is true.
Alleged $\rightarrow$ Formal/Legal. Use this when someone accuses another person of a crime without proof yet.
Emphasized $\rightarrow$ Focus. Use this when the speaker wants you to pay extra attention to a specific point.

⚡ The Logic Shift: 'Cause' vs. 'Result'

B2 students stop using simple sentences like "The police blocked roads. People had no food" and start using Complex Causality.

The Text's Pattern:

"...banning the [committee] caused a serious humanitarian crisis."

How to upgrade your A2 English: Instead of using "so" or "because" every time, try these structures:

[Action] $\rightarrow$ led to $\rightarrow$ [Result]: "Twenty days of unrest led to 22 deaths."
[Action] $\rightarrow$ reflect $\rightarrow$ [Situation]: "Court decisions reflect the government's wishes."

🛠️ Vocabulary Expansion: The 'State' Lexicon

To discuss global news at a B2 level, you need specific nouns that describe systems. Replace general words with these precise terms found in the article:

A2 Word (Simple)	B2 Word (Precise)	Context in Text
Problems	Violations	Human rights violations
Plan/Idea	Commission of inquiry	An international commission of inquiry
Talking	Diplomatic negotiations	Start diplomatic negotiations
Person	Representative	Human rights representatives

Vocabulary Learning

asserted (v.)

To state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

Example:The lawyer asserted that his client was innocent despite the evidence.

humanitarian (adj.)

Concerned with promoting human welfare and reducing suffering.

Example:The UN sent humanitarian aid to the region after the earthquake.

aggression (n.)

Hostile or violent behavior or attitudes toward another.

Example:The international community condemned the military aggression against the neighboring state.

emphasized (v.)

To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing.

Example:The teacher emphasized the importance of reviewing the notes before the exam.

alleged (adj.)

Said to have happened but not yet proven.

Example:The police are investigating the alleged theft of the company's secret documents.

accountability (n.)

The requirement for people in power to justify their actions and be responsible for them.

Example:There are calls for greater accountability regarding how the public funds were spent.

unrestricted (adj.)

Not limited by any rules or conditions; free.

Example:The journalists were granted unrestricted access to the disaster zone.

negotiations (n.)

Formal discussions between people or groups who are trying to reach an agreement.

Example:The two countries entered into negotiations to establish a peace treaty.

Practice B2 words in a crossword→