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US wants to probe claims of election rigging in Pakistan
Matthew Miller stated that they stress the respect for the rule of law, respect for the constitution, free press and vibrant civil society.
Washington DC: The United States stated that it wants to see a full investigation into the allegations of election rigging in Pakistan, and will continue to review it.
US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said at a press briefing that they would work with the government, which the Pakistani people elected. They also want to see a full investigation into the allegations of fraud.
“There is a need for a thorough investigation into the claims of rigging, want to see an investigation into the irregularities, but we also respect the democratic process,” he added.
Matthew Miller stated that they stress the respect for the rule of law, respect for the constitution, free press and vibrant civil society.
They also condemn political and election-related violence, bans on internet, phone service, these measures have made the electoral process claims of adverse influence, interference, rigging should be thoroughly investigated under the Pakistani legal system.
The spokesperson of the US Department continued to say that Pakistan's legal system will be the first appropriate step for an independent investigation.