US congressman reminds Pakistan about its human rights obligations.

Brad Sherman, American Congressman of the Democratic Party and senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed concerns regarding the rising human rights violation in Pakistan.

"There is concern over the increasing incidents of violence in Pakistan," the congressman said in a video statement, shared by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Punjab's former information secretary Musarrat Cheema on Sunday.

He reminded Pakistan's government about its obligation to take action against those who violate human rights.

'We will not hesitate from raising our voice against human rights violations," he said.

Sherman - who has been fulfilling responsibilities in the foreign affairs committee for 26 years - further said that Pakistan should allow its citizens to express themselves and hold peaceful protests.

The politician asserted that it is important for the United Stated of America to stand with human rights in Pakistan and around the world.

He deemed Pakistan a significant partner and friend of the US, and clarified...

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