FO denounces Congressmen’s letter to Biden for Imran Khan’s release ‘a futile exercise’
FO Denounces Congressmen’s Letter to Biden for Imran Khan’s Release as ‘A Futile Exercise’
Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has strongly criticized a recent letter sent by a group of U.S. Congressmen to President Joe Biden, urging intervention for the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The FO described the letter as “a futile exercise” and emphasized that Pakistan’s legal and judicial processes are sovereign matters that should not be subjected to external influence. Officials underscored that interference in the country’s internal affairs undermines constitutional authority and the rule of law.
In an official statement, the FO reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to upholding democratic norms and ensuring justice through established legal procedures. The government stressed that political differences and legal disputes must be resolved within the framework of the country’s laws, without external pressure. Authorities also called on international actors to respect Pakistan’s judicial independence and refrain from actions that could destabilize domestic governance.
Political analysts note that the FO’s response signals Pakistan’s insistence on maintaining sovereignty and deterring foreign involvement in internal political matters. The statement is intended to convey that while Pakistan values diplomatic relations, its legal and political processes are guided by national law and constitutional provisions. Observers expect the government to continue asserting its stance on foreign interference in high-profile legal cases.
The denouncement highlights ongoing tensions in the international discourse surrounding Imran Khan’s legal situation and underscores Pakistan’s firm position on safeguarding its domestic legal processes.
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خلاصہ (اردو میں)
پاکستان کی وزارت خارجہ نے امریکی کانگریس کے اراکین کے خط کو جو سابق وزیراعظم عمران خان کی رہائی کے لیے صدر بائیڈن کو بھیجا گیا تھا، “بے فائدہ” قرار دیا اور کہا کہ پاکستان کے عدالتی اور قانونی امور میں بیرونی مداخلت ناقابل قبول ہے۔
