The National Assembly of Pakistan on Thursday witnessed a heated debate on the US House of Representatives resolution calling for an independent investigation into alleged election irregularities in the country.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, strongly condemned the resolution and announced plans to introduce a counter-resolution in the National Assembly. He stated that Pakistan rejects the US House resolution and would not allow any interference in its internal affairs.

Dar also announced that the government will convene a special session of the National Assembly to discuss foreign policy issues, including the Palestinian conflict. He emphasized that Pakistan has openly condemned Israel’s actions and called for an immediate end to the violence against Palestinians.

Several members of the opposition criticized the government’s foreign policy, particularly its stance on the Palestinian issue.

They argued that Pakistan has not adequately supported the Palestinians and has compromised its foreign policy by aligning with different countries at different times.

Other members of the National Assembly highlighted the importance of improving relations with neighboring countries like Iran and India. They also stressed the need for a clear foreign policy on Afghanistan.

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The debate was interrupted briefly when the power went out in the National Assembly chamber. However, the discussion resumed after the power was restored.

The National Assembly approved the Foreign Affairs Division’s budget of over 51.86 billion rupees. However, it rejected 27 opposition-sponsored cut motions on the division’s demands for grants.