We want to see the rule of law and equal justice in Pakistan, respect for human rights such as freedom of expression, and peaceful assembly in Pakistan. State Department spokesman Matthew Miller's press briefing
Washington - The United States has expressed concern over the raids on the offices of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf and the arrest of its leaders. US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in response to a question in a press briefing that as a spokesperson, I am personally disturbed when I see the arrest of a spokesperson, we are always disturbed when we see the arrests of opposition leaders.
Want to see the rule of law and equal justice in Pakistan, support respect for human rights such as freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, and insist that these principles be respected in accordance with the constitution and laws of Pakistan.
He said that we demand that the sanctity of these principles be ensured according to the constitution and law of Pakistan, we support the right to protest, people speak their minds through protests, and all protests should be peaceful in any case. Indeed, it is one of the things that makes America great and our democracy strong.
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In the previous press briefing, on the government's decision to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, the American spokesperson said that we have seen the government's statements regarding the ban on a political party in Pakistan. While banning is a concern, we support the peaceful observance of constitutional, democratic principles, including respect for human rights and freedom of expression.
He also said that we support the democratic process and broader principles, including the rule of law and equal justice under the law.
