Islamabad, Oct 7: In response to media queries regarding the statement made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch made the following remarks:
“Pakistan categorically rejects the frivolous statement made by spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan yesterday.
The statement constitutes an unacceptable and deplorable interference in the domestic affairs of Pakistan.
Instead of lecturing a democratic country, the AIG should focus on fixing its own domestic problems; prioritize inclusivity; and be responsive to needs and aspirations of its own people including the right to education for women and girls rather than curtailing their rights through misguided interpretation of religion.
The AIG should also deliver on the commitments given to the international community by denying space to terror groups which are seriously threatening peace and security in neighboring countries; and by preventing Afghanistan from becoming once again the Centre of global terrorism.
Pakistan remains committed to peace, dialogue, and cooperation in the region and expects all states, including Afghanistan, to adhere to the basic norms of responsible international conduct and interstate relations.”
