Pakistan has voiced strong concern over what it called unfounded and misplaced reservations expressed by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding the 27th constitutional amendment passed by Parliament. The Foreign Office said the criticism overlooks the fundamental principle that constitutional legislation is solely the mandate of Pakistan’s elected representatives.
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In its statement, the Foreign Office emphasised that the amendment was approved through all constitutional procedures, reflecting due parliamentary process. It regretted that Pakistan’s perspective and the realities on the ground were not taken into account in the UNHCR’s remarks, despite Pakistan’s long-standing cooperation with UN human rights mechanisms.
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The Foreign Office urged the High Commissioner to respect Pakistan’s sovereign decision-making and refrain from commentary that appears politically biased or based on misinformation. It said responsible engagement requires acknowledging the democratic and constitutional framework within which Pakistan operates.
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Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding human rights, human dignity, fundamental freedoms and the rule of law as guaranteed by its Constitution.
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