Statement by the NATO Secretary General on the elections in Pakistan

  • 13 May. 2013 -
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  • Press Release (2013) 055
  • Issued on 13 May. 2013
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  • Last updated: 13 May. 2013 17:34

I congratulate the people of Pakistan on their national and provincial assembly elections, which mark an important step forward in strengthening Pakistan's democracy. Men and women across the country showed their determination to cast their vote despite extremist threats and violence.

NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen

Pakistan is an important partner for NATO. I look forward to working with Pakistan’s new leaders in their efforts to achieve long-term peace and stability in Pakistan and the region.