Written question asked by Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative) on Thursday, 17 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 1 October 2026. It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Thursday, 1 October 2026 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Imran Khan

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what representations they have made since 5 July 2024 to counterparts in the government of Pakistan regarding reports of Imran Khan's mistreatment by Pakistani authorities.

Answer: While Pakistan's judicial processes are a domestic matter, we are clear that the Pakistani authorities need to respect fundamental freedoms, including the right to a fair trial, due process, humane detention and access to appropriate medical treatment. This applies to Imran Khan as it does to all Pakistan's citizens. We have raised these principles privately with the Government of Pakistan at suitable opportunities and will continue to do so. The Minister for the Middle East, Stephen Doughty met Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar on 27 August to discuss a range of issues, including matters relating to Imran Khan.

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