Rights activists highlight concerns over terrorism, extremism in Pakistan, call for action at international symposium

In a symposium held in Geneva, experts and activists shed light on the ongoing issues of terrorism and religious extremism in Pakistan , emphasising the impact on peace in South Asia.

The symposium opened with a sobering discussion on the historical use of religion and terrorism as state policies in Pakistan, affecting marginalised communities such as Pashtuns, Baloch, and Sindhis.

Activists emphasised the urgent need for the international community to take notice and hold Pakistan accountable on a global platform.
Participants voiced concerns over the persistence of policies, alleging manipulation in the electoral process and a lack of transparency in the democratic mechanisms.

The potential repercussions of these issues on the stability of the region were underlined, with warnings of possible disintegration if corrective actions are not taken promptly.

The need for political dialogue and the release of certain political figures from imprisonment became focal points in discussions about potential solutions.