Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Norwegian ambassador and lodged a strong protest at his appearance in the Supreme Court hearing of the Iman Mazari case.
According to the note, the Norwegian ambassador’s presence amounted to a deliberate interference in Pakistan’s internal affairs and was a clear violation of the 1961 Vienna Convention. Diplomatic staff are required to respect the laws of the host country and refrain from involvement in its internal matters.
The note further stated that Norway has previously been observed engaging in similar activities. Norwegian NGOs have allegedly supported anti-Pakistan elements, and cases against individuals involved in anti-state activities are considered highly sensitive.
The ministry emphasized that any association of diplomatic personnel with anti-state elements is unacceptable. Pakistan respects Norway’s sovereignty and expects the same in return, urging strict adherence to the Vienna Convention and diplomatic protocols in the future.
The Norwegian Ambassador had attended the hearing of the Iman Mazari case in the Supreme Court today.
