Britain can take several steps to address the open violation of human rights in Pakistan.
- Diplomatic Pressure: The UK government can convey its concerns to the Pakistani government at the highest level, urging them to take immediate action to address human rights abuses.¹ ²
- Supporting International Investigations: Britain can support international investigations into human rights violations in Pakistan, such as those conducted by the United Nations Human Rights Committee (UNHRC).³ ⁴
- Providing Humanitarian Aid: The UK can provide humanitarian aid to organizations working to support victims of human rights abuses in Pakistan.
- Raising Awareness: British lawmakers and citizens can raise awareness about human rights issues in Pakistan, using platforms like the UK Parliament’s Early Day Motions.
- Economic Leverage: The UK can use its economic influence to pressure Pakistan to improve its human rights record, such as by conditioning trade agreements or aid packages on human rights progress.
By: Masood Hussain Geffery S
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