The recent US Congress Resolution 901, introduced by Rep. Rich McCormick, purportedly aims to support democracy and human rights in Pakistan. However, it appears to distort the reality in Pakistan, casting baseless aspersions on the Government and its efforts towards democratic governance and human rights.
Firstly, it remains crucial to recognize that Pakistan, a nation of 240 million people, successfully conducted General Elections on February 8, 2024. These elections led to the establishment of a new Government which is functioning effectively and upholding democratic principles. Contrary to the claims of the resolution, the Government is working diligently to ensure that the rights of its citizens are respected and upheld.
In terms of human rights, Pakistan’s record stands favorably when compared with some of its larger neighbors and even certain developed nations. The Government, with the unwavering support of the Armed Forces and other state institutions, is striving to create a safe and secure environment conducive to both domestic and foreign investment.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)’s persistent resistance to Operation Azm-e-Istehkam is particularly illustrative and makes it an ideal case for suspicion. PTI’s deep connections with Zionist lobbies, such as those involving figures like Goldsmith, are well-documented. Zionists and Capitalists lobbies preserve their assests and interests and fund them with foreign interests. Deliberate campaigns are run in international media to portray such groups as aggrieved parties, thereby gaining sympathy.
The agenda behind US House Resolution 901 seems to align with these foreign interests. The Resolution appears to be a part of “Operation Goldsmith 2.0,” a calculated effort to undermine Pakistan’s international reputation for the political benefit of certain dissident groups within the country, known to be agents of those foreign forces.
It is noteworthy that two factions are vehemently opposing the initiation of Operation Azm-e-Istehkam: PTI and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Both groups resist because the operation threatens their illicit activities and interests. Thus, US Congress Resolution 901 seems designed to secure concessions for the former PTI Chairman by politicizing Pakistan’s internal issues on a global scale under the guise of defending freedom of expression and human rights.