US resolution stems from ‘incomplete understanding’ of Pakistan’s electoral system: FO

WEB DESK: Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, responded to media queries about the passage of House Resolution 901 by the US House of Representatives regarding Pakistan’s general elections, stating that it “stems from an incomplete understanding of the political situation and electoral process in Pakistan.”

“Pakistan, as the world’s second-largest parliamentary democracy and fifth-largest democracy overall, is committed to the values of constitutionalism, human rights and rule of law in pursuance of our own national interest,” added Zahra.

She added that Pakistan values constructive dialogue and engagement grounded in mutual respect and understanding. Therefore, such resolutions are neither constructive nor objective.

Read more: Four tourists killed, five injured in Skardu accident

“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,” she added.

On Wednesday, the United States House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved an impartial investigation into allegations of election manipulation in Pakistan following the February 8 national polls.

Resolution HR901 passed with a vote of 368-7, underscores the importance of public participation in the democratic process in the South Asian country.