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With the events of 11 September 2001 still fresh in our minds, we must not forget the active role played by Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.
Pakistan has since shown itself to be a strong ally of the international community, notably in the fight against the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. In view of Pakistan’s excellent contribution, the European Union resumed political dialogue in November 2001.
The areas of cooperation between Pakistan and the EU contained in this Agreement are extremely varied. I should like to highlight those commitments aimed at combating discrimination and violence, developing democracy, strengthening trade and fostering economic cooperation.
It should be emphasised, however, that although human rights are considered to be a universal objective, observance of these rights must not be a prerequisite or a condition for relations between States.
In any event, this is the rapporteur’s opinion when he calls for this Agreement to be concluded.
Consequently, I voted in favour."@en1
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