EU Hypocrisy Exposed: Lectures Pak On Human Rights But Risks India's Trust On Kashmir
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told Pakistan that access to the lucrative European market cannot continue without reforms in human rights, governance, media freedom and civil liberties. The European Union raised concerns over enforced disappearances, minority rights, judicial independence and censorship. With Pakistan heavily dependent on the EU's GSP+ trade scheme, Brussels made it clear that economic benefits come with conditions. But the visit took a dramatic turn when Kallas appeared to endorse language on Kashmir that India has consistently rejected. By referencing UN-backed resolutions and conflict resolution language favoured by Islamabad, the EU chief touched one of New Delhi's biggest diplomatic red lines. Is Europe sending mixed signals? Why is Brussels pressuring Pakistan on rights while simultaneously giving Islamabad diplomatic space on Kashmir? This report breaks down the controversy.