I recognise concerns about the situation in Pakistan and I know that my Ministerial colleagues at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) do too. As such, Pakistan is one of 31 human rights priority countries for the UK. Further, the UK regularly raises concerns about reports of human rights abuses and violations in Pakistan at a senior level with the Pakistani Government.
However, I am concerned to hear of reports about new assassination attempts against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. I join Ministers in strongly condemning acts of political violence and support the UK Government in its endeavour to protect basic human rights and an open civic society in Pakistan. I know that the British High Commission in Islamabad is closely monitoring the situation regarding Mr Khan.
I hope this has reassured you that Ministers in London, and officials based in the UK High Commission in Islamabad and at the UN, will continue to monitor the situation in Pakistan and urge the Government of Pakistan to guarantee the rights of all, as laid down in their Constitution and in accordance with international standards.