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Imran Khan

Asked by Mr Will ForsterLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 17 September 2025UIN 73142

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, when did his Department last raise concerns with his Pakistani counterpart about former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his supporters.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

While judicial matters are for Pakistan's courts, the UK has consistently emphasised to its counterparts in Pakistan the need for due process, fair trials, and humane treatment for all, including Mr Imran Khan.

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