Source · Select Committees · International Development Committee
Recommendation 31
31
Paragraph: 66
The FCDO should encourage the Pakistani Government to ensure that the Pakistani authorities take a...
Conclusion
The FCDO should encourage the Pakistani Government to ensure that the Pakistani authorities take a more rigorous approach towards evidence collection for these crimes and to offer greater protection for people accused of blasphemy and their families.
Paragraph Reference:
66
Government Response
Not Addressed
HM Government
Not Addressed
It is deeply concerning that blasphemy laws in Pakistan are frequently misused, including to settle personal disputes and to target religious minorities. We raise this issue privately with the Government of Pakistan at the highest levels to avoid the risk of doing harm given this is a sensitive subject. We press for speedy and fair trials for those accused and urge the Pakistan authorities to ensure the safety of those released.