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<p>We are concerned about the resumption of capital punishment in Pakistan for terrorism
cases. Pakistan has over 8,000 prisoners on death row. It has been reported that 500
of these may be affected by this change but it is not clear if all of these prisoners
face execution. It is our longstanding policy to oppose the death penalty in all circumstances
as a matter of principle. We fully understand Pakistan’s resolve to protect society
from terrorism but there is no conclusive evidence that capital punishment is an effective
deterrent. The UK remains opposed to the death penalty in all cases and we have consistently
pressed Pakistan on this issue.</p>
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