US President Joe Biden has requested $101 million in aid for Pakistan. According to the report, the announcement was made by Donald Lu, the US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, during a briefing to the House of Representatives Committee on Pakistan and Afghanistan. Donald Lu emphasised that the aid request aims to support democracy and human rights in Pakistan. He said the proposed assistance will also aid Pakistan in its fight against terrorism, economic reforms, and debt relief, helping to stabilise the country's economy. In the same briefing, Donald Lu expressed concern over the situation in Afghanistan, particularly regarding the rights of women and minority groups. He stated that normalising relations with the Taliban government is contingent on their respect for these rights and the release of all American citizens.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan