ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) spokesperson said onSaturday that Pakistan’s unambiguous and steadfast support to thePalestinian cause was well known.

This statement comes in response to media queries regarding theparticipation of the Palestinian Ambassador Walid Abu Ali in a publicmeeting held in support of Palestinians

“Pakistan has always supported the two-state solution, with East Jerusalemas the capital of the Palestinian State,” the statement said. “Pakistan’sunequivocal position was demonstrated in the rejection of the US decisionto recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.”

The statement went on to say that a number of public rallies and meetingshave been held in Pakistan, and the Palestinian envoy has participated inmany of these meetings.

“The public meeting held yesterday was yet another demonstration of thePakistani strong sentiments in support of the Palestinian cause,” thespokesperson said. “This public rally was attended by thousands of peoplefrom all walks of life. More than 50 speakers addressed the rally,including Hafiz Saeed.”

Contrary to the impression being created, he said, UN proscription does notplace any restrictions on the freedom of expression.

The people and government of Pakistan respect the Palestinian ambassador’sactive participation in events organised to express solidarity with thepeople of Palestine, the statement concluded.