UNPO affirms support for peaceful solution of Indo-Naga issue

DIMAPUR — Secretary General of the Unrepresented Nations People’s Organisation (UNPO), Merce Monje Cano, has reiterated its support for a peaceful and honourable resolution of the Indo-Naga issue and appealed to the international community and the Indian government to fulfil commitments in the Framework Agreement on the Indo-Naga issue.

She also urged the repeal of acts such as the Armed Force Special Power Act, stressing that peace could only be attained when the right to self-determination is respected, stated a press release from the Global Naga Forum (GNF).

Cano stated this during the 77th international commemoration of the Naga Independence, hosted by the GNF. She spoke on the struggle of the Naga people and the collective efforts of indigenous and unrepresented communities around the world and highlighted UNPO‘s commitment to self-determination and freedom for all people representing over 45 nations including the Naga.

Cano also emphasised the increased hostility toward self-determination claims and the erosion of human rights, making UNPO’s advocacy work harder and more significant. She also celebrated the 30th anniversary of Nagas’ membership in the UNPO and lauded their unwavering dedication to self-determination.

She concluded her speech by thanking all attendees and reaffirming UNPO’s commitment to standing with unrepresented nations, amplifying their voices, and ensuring that aspirations for freedom, justice, and self-determination are heard and acted upon.

It mentioned that UNPO is an international organisation dedicated to the promotion of the right to self-determination representing unrepresented and marginalised nations and peoples worldwide.

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