At the 34th Meeting of the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), international geopolitical researcher Josh Bowes voiced significant concerns over human rights violations in Pakistan and the ongoing crisis in Balochistan. Bowes highlighted the importance of greater human rights accountability, particularly in the context of the European Union's observations regarding Pakistan's GSP+ status.
Speaking at the session, Bowes pointed out Pakistan's low ranking, 158th position, on the World Press Freedom Index. He also cited alarming figures regarding religious freedom, noting that "The USCIRF Religious freedom report for 2025 states that over 700 individuals were in prison for blasphemy charges, with 300 per cent increase from the last year."
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