ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan has said that no country has criticised the imposition of governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, maintaining that the decision was taken in accordance with Pakistan’s Constitution.
Speaking at the Foreign Office’s weekly press briefing on Friday, the spokesperson addressed several key diplomatic and regional developments, including the situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, India’s provocative statements, Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and Pakistan’s bilateral relations with Oman.
Responding to questions regarding governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sajjad Haider Khan said that no foreign country had raised objections to the constitutional measure.
He maintained that the imposition of governor’s rule was carried out in accordance with the Constitution, adding that Pakistan had received no criticism from any country over the decision.
Addressing provocative statements from India, the Foreign Office spokesperson said New Delhi should learn lessons from the events of last year.
His remarks came in response to recent statements from India, with the spokesperson emphasising that the neighbouring country should reflect on past developments.
Meanwhile, Pakistan strongly condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and expressed complete solidarity with the Kingdom during this difficult period.
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The spokesperson said that targeting civilians and essential infrastructure was unacceptable and conveyed Pakistan’s condolences to the families of those killed in the attacks.
He expressed sympathy with the bereaved families, saying Pakistan shared their grief and stood alongside Saudi Arabia in the aftermath of the attacks.
Reaffirming Islamabad’s commitment to Riyadh, Sajjad Haider Khan said Pakistan firmly supported Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security.
He further stated that Pakistan stood with Saudi Arabia under the Makkah Agreement and remained committed to its obligations under the joint defence agreement between the two countries.
The spokesperson reiterated that Pakistan would continue to stand by Saudi Arabia in protecting its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
Separately, the Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that Oman’s foreign minister had visited Pakistan, during which both countries emphasised the importance of expanding bilateral cooperation across various sectors.
He said the visit provided an opportunity for Pakistan and Oman to focus on strengthening cooperation in different areas of mutual interest.