§ 16. Andrew GeorgeTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what assessment he has made of the outcome of the recent provincial and parliamentary elections. [77178]
§ Mr. Mike O'BrienWe welcome the holding of multi-party elections in Pakistan. They are an important milestone in Pakistan's on-going transition to democracy. The next crucial step is the transfer of power to the new National Assembly and establishing its role. We are committed to remaining engaged with Pakistan throughout the transition.