Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the US State Department, firmlyarticulated the United States’ position on Pakistan’s political landscape.He emphasized that the United States remains steadfast in its commitment toimpartiality when it comes to Pakistani political parties. Miller’scomments were made in response to inquiries about a meeting between the USAmbassador and the Chief of the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).
Throughout his statement, Matthew Miller reiterated the United States’stance on Pakistan’s general elections, underlining that they do notendorse any specific political faction within the country. Instead, hehighlighted the US’s unwavering support for reforms aimed at bolsteringPakistan’s economic stability. This commitment to economic development andstability is a key aspect of the US-Pakistan relationship.
In a related development, US Ambassador Donald Blome assured Chief ElectionCommissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja of the United States’ commitment toensuring fair, free, and transparent elections in Pakistan.
The US Embassy released an official statement detailing Ambassador Blome’smeeting with ECP Chief Raja in Islamabad, where important matterspertaining to the integrity of future elections were discussed. Thestatement reaffirmed the US’s dedication to assisting Islamabad inconducting elections in accordance with Pakistan’s constitution and laws.
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Donald Blome emphasized the importance of allowing the Pakistani people toexercise their right to choose their future leaders. He conveyed the UnitedStates’ intent to collaborate with the duly elected representatives ofPakistan to deepen and expand bilateral relations. This commitmentunderscores the enduring partnership between the two nations and theirshared interests in promoting democracy and stability in the region.
