Azad Kashmir Refugee Seats Supreme Court Reference

Updated: 11:46 PM PKT — June 4, 2026

The resolution passed by the Azad Kashmir Legislative Assembly further calls for a consultative process to be initiated to address the matter of the refugee seats. According to the text, this process should involve discussions with political parties, bar associations, bar councils, civil society, and constitutional experts to develop reforms that are acceptable to all stakeholders.

Updated: 11:14 PM PKT — June 4, 2026

The Azad Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution regarding the 12 seats for refugees residing in Pakistan, amidst an ongoing Supreme Court reference on the matter.

The resolution states that the representation of Kashmiri refugees is a “historical and constitutional reality” and that constitutional reforms are the exclusive mandate of the people’s elected representatives. It calls for the matter of reforms to be left to the Legislative Assembly, which it says can address electoral complexities. The resolution also urges the start of a consultative process with political parties, bar associations, civil society, and constitutional experts.