Pakistan's judicial system ensures fair trial for everyone, FO tells UN
Pakistan
“Pakistan is fully committed to foster an inclusive democratic process," an FO statement said
ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) – The Foreign Office on Wednesday put to rest the United Nations concerns over electoral process in Pakistan and human rights issues.
The reply came a day after the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights voiced concerns over the violation of the law requiring political parties to award five percent tickets to women.
In a statement, FO spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said the authorities have finalised plans for the countrywide exercise, as per relevant laws.
“Pakistan is fully committed to foster an inclusive democratic process, uphold the rule of law and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms guaranteed in its laws and Constitution,” the statement added.
While replying to the UN body’s concerns over the “harassment, arrests and prolonged detentions” of PTI leaders and supporters, she said that Pakistan’s judicial system ensures “fair trial” and legal recourse is available for “any complaints in the electoral process”.
