Pakistan has firmly rejected the United States' classification of being a "Country of Particular Concern," dismissing it as disconnected from the actual situation on the ground. The Foreign Office Spokesperson, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, expressed deep dismay over what she deemed a biased and arbitrary assessment.

Highlighting Pakistan's pluralistic nature and commitment to religious freedom as enshrined in its Constitution, the spokesperson cited extensive measures taken to safeguard minority rights and promote interfaith harmony.

The Foreign Office raised concerns regarding the exclusion of India, despite widespread allegations of religious freedom violations against religious minorities, as highlighted by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) and international human rights groups.

This omission was considered questionable, casting doubt on the credibility, transparency, and objectivity of the process, according to Zahra Baloch.

Pakistan maintained its stance that such unilateral and discriminatory actions are counterproductive and undermine the global aim to advance religious freedom. Emphasizing the need for constructive engagement and mutual respect to tackle religious intolerance and xenophobia, Pakistan conveyed its concerns about the designation to the US authorities.