Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that he is pleased with Pakistan’s re-election to UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for another 3 year term. He said Pakistan would continue to combat bigotry while “guided by principles of universality, impartiality, dialogue and cooperation.
He posted a series of tweets on his official twitter account:
I am pleased with Pakistan’s re-election to UN Human Rights Council for another 3-yr term. We remain committed to upholding human rights for all, prioritizing advancement of tolerance & constructive engagement. We stand resolute against Islamophobia & in support of mutual respect
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) October 14, 2020
Pakistan will continue efforts towards consensus building and ensuring HRC’s work is guided by principles of universality, impartiality, dialogue & cooperation. Pak will continue to expose human rights violations committed with impunity by the Indian occupation forces in IIOJK
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) October 14, 2020
The prime minister vowed Pakistan will ensure that the council’s “work is guided by principles of universality, impartiality, dialogue and cooperation”.
I commend the role of the Foreign Office and Pakistan’s Missions abroad in yet another diplomatic achievement, enhancing Pakistan’s profile and recognition on the international stage.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) October 14, 2020
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi:
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi called Pakistan’s re-election to the UNHRC an “important diplomatic achievement”, Radio Pakistan reported.
The country was re-elected to the UNHRC a day earlier with an overwhelming majority, securing 169 votes in the 193-member UN General Assembly (UNGA). Among the five candidates from the Asia-Pacific region competing for four seats, Pakistan secured the highest number of votes.
“I thank all the countries for their support,” Qureshi said. “This vote also highlights our three-year performance in the Human Rights Council. Pakistan’s role is valued by the world.”
Qureshi also congratulated the UN division and the Geneva team on Pakistan’s re-election. Talking about human rights violations in Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Qureshi stressed that they were on the rise, and becoming a part of the council at a critical time such as this was a great achievement.