UN General Assembly
1967

129. An ever intensifying régime of repression and ruthless suppression of the human rights of the people is not the prescription for a reduction of tensions between India and Pakistan. If India truly desires peace, India must release the imprisoned Kashmiri leaders and create a climate of freedom in Jammu and Kashmir. 130. A settlement of this dispute on a just and honourable basis would transform the situation not only in South Asia but well beyond that region. Scarce, resources would be used for economic development and not be frittered away on an arms race. A new era would dawn in which the two countries would be able to cooperate in promoting the cause of peace and well-being of Asia and Africa. This is an aim which is in the true interests not only of the peoples of Pakistan and India but also of the entire international community. 131. I would quote here the words of the President of Pakistan from his political autobiography, Friends Not Masters: