ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) – Pakistan says the US House of Representatives' resolution on political situation in Pakistan stems from an incomplete understanding of the political situation and electoral process.
In response to media queries regarding the passage of House Resolution 901, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra-Baloch said, "Pakistan believes that timing and context of this resolution does not align well with the positive dynamics of Pak-US bilateral ties."
She said Pakistan, as the world's second-largest parliamentary democracy and fifth-largest democracy overall, was committed to the values of constitutionalism, human rights and rule of law in pursuance of our own national interest.
The Foreign Office spokesperson said Pakistan believes in constructive dialogue and engagement based on mutual respect and understanding, and such resolutions are therefore neither constructive nor objective.
She said: "We hope that the US Congress will play a supportive role in strengthening Pakistan-US ties and focus on avenues of mutual collaboration that benefit both our peoples and countries."
US Congress Resolution
The United States House of Representatives voted on Wednesday for an independent investigation into claims of election manipulation in Pakistan following the Feb 8 polls, stressing the importance of democratic participation.
The US House voted 368-7 for a resolution calling for a “full and independent investigation of claims of interference or irregularities in Pakistan’s February 2024 election.”
The resolution condemned efforts to suppress Pakistanis’ participation in their democracy through harassment, intimidation, violence, or other violations of their rights.
It expressed support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan and urged the government to respect democratic processes, human rights, and the rule of law.