ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concern over the rapidly changing situation in Venezuela, emphasizing the need for restraint and de-escalation by all parties.
In a statement, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said that Pakistan places great importance on the welfare and well-being of the people of Venezuela. He noted that Islamabad is closely monitoring developments in the South American country amid rising tensions.
The spokesperson urged all stakeholders to exercise patience and avoid further escalation, stressing that any resolution to the crisis must be in line with the United Nations Charter and international law.
“Pakistan believes that respect for international law and the principles of the UN Charter is essential for resolving the current crisis,” Andrabi said.
He also confirmed that the Pakistani government is taking necessary measures to ensure the safety and protection of Pakistani nationals residing in Venezuela.
The statement comes after U.S. forces carried out military strikes at multiple locations in Venezuela, including the capital Caracas, and arrested President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who were subsequently transferred to the United States.
