EU warns Pakistan over rights record as €732 million trade benefits come under scrutiny
The European Union warned Pakistan that its access to the GSP+ trade scheme beyond 2027 depends on improving its human rights record.
An EU monitoring report for 2023-2025 found Pakistan regressed in areas including rising enforced disappearances, media repression, and discrimination against minorities.
Pakistan received approximately €732 million in tariff benefits under GSP+ last year.
The EU noted limited positive change despite Pakistan's introduction of several legislative reforms.
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