The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) on Tuesday welcomed the selection of Justice (r) Fakhruddin G Ebrahim as the new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) following parliamentary consensus.
HRCP said in a statement issued on Tuesday: “The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan welcomes the parliamentary accord on the appointment as CEC of Justice Fakhruddin G Ebrahim, who is highly respected for his independent mind and impeccable integrity. It is indeed a positive thing that the political parties have eventually found a way out of the deadlock and it is hoped that the spirit of meaningful consultation and cooperation endures and expands.” HRCP expressed hope that the new appointment will bring a positive change in the electoral process, leading to more transparent and fair elections.
