The United States has described Pakistan’s efforts to form a coalition government following the general elections as an “internal matter”.
During a press briefing, Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the US State Department, was asked to share his views on Imran Khan being excluded from a Pakistani coalition government despite his backed candidates winning the majority of seats.
Miller emphasised that such matters are internal affairs for Pakistan. He further explained that in parliamentary systems, when no party secures a majority, it is common to witness the formation of coalitions.
“Ultimately that’s not a decision for the United States to make. It’s a decision for Pakistan to make,” he said.
The latest statement comes days after the United States expressed concern about allegations of rigging and called for an investigation into claims of election fraud in Pakistan. Matthew Miller said that the US thinks that an investigation of rigging is an appropriate step to take.
“That is our response to questions of irregularities not just in Pakistan, but when we see them anywhere in the world and we think that they’re thoroughly investigated and resolved,” he said.
The spokesman said the US was looking forward to working with new Pakistani elected government.
