Human Rights in Pakistan

Announcement

Please join the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission for a briefing that will examine the human rights landscape in Pakistan.

The atrophy of rule of law and a culture of impunity pose serious threats to human rights in Pakistan. February’s elections were marred by widespread allegations of fraud, and opposition political activity continues to be suppressed by the military establishment. Human rights organizations have documented a variety of abuses, including enforced disappearances and restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly. Violence against religious minorities, such as Ahmadi Muslims, often goes unprosecuted or is tacitly endorsed via blasphemy charges levied against the victims. The State Department’s 2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices note that the Pakistani Government “rarely took credible steps to identify and punish officials who may have committed human rights abuses.”

Panelists will discuss the multifaceted human rights concerns facing Pakistan and offer recommendations for action by the U.S. Congress.

The briefing will be virtual. To attend, please register here. After the briefing concludes, a recording will be made available on the Commission website. For any questions, please contact Grace Gerardi (for Co-Chair McGovern) or Mark Milosch for (Co-Chair Smith).

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