Pakistan is protesting vehemently against Germany after the Pakistani Consulate in Frankfurt was attacked. The incident has prompted predominant diplomatic tension, highlighting issues protecting diplomatic missions in foreign places.
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A spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Office expressed strong condemnation of the assault, blaming it on a militant organization. The spokesperson accused the German government of failing to defend the sanctity and protection of the consulate premises. The inability of German officials to stop such an event from happening raises questions about their commitment to upholding international diplomatic norms and protecting foreign missions within their territory.
The seriousness with which they view this matter was also explained by them saying that not only were consular staff endangered but also overall security at Pakistan’s Consulate in Frankfurt put at risk. This security lapse is considered a direct threat to the safety of Pakistani diplomats. Who may, therefore, be unable or unwillingly perform their duties due to fear of violence against them. Such occurrences undermine principles like immunity from arrest or detention while on official duty abroad and inviolability. Any form of interference with an official act performed during tenure in office. Anywhere outside one’s country, among others that form foundation stones. Which all nations relate internationally, therefore, must always be respected.
They have formally communicated their strong protest to the German government. Which should take immediate and concrete steps to prevent these things from occurring again. According to them, if nothing serious is done after what happened here today, could another one happen somewhere else tomorrow, too? Pakistan expects full compliance by Germany with the Vienna Conventions on Consular Relations (1963). These provide guidelines for host countries’ obligations towards diplomats’ protection within signatory states, including safeguarding consulates under their jurisdiction, such as in this case involving the PRC. Where they are supposed to ensure safety and other additional measures.
Vienna Convention
Vienna Convention (1963) stipulates responsibility rests upon the host nation when it comes into force regarding safeguarding lives and property belonging directly or indirectly connected with foreign government representatives accredited thereat such as embassies, consulates, and general high commissions, among others, within their territory. They reiterated that point, saying that being part of this international law treaty as a signatory state, Germany has a legal and moral duty to ensure Pakistani diplomatic mission securities in Frankfurt as stated under Article 22 Paragraph 1 (b) thereof must be strictly adhered to.
The Pakistani Foreign Office’s statement has shown that it remains committed to strong bilateral ties with Germany despite current problems. They expressed optimism that the German government will address this. Their concerns and take necessary steps to ensure the safety of all diplomatic missions in the country. The Pakistani government will stay watchful and advocate for the protection of their diplomats and the sanctity of consular premises by closely following up on this matter.
Frankfurt’s attack
Frankfurt’s attack against the Pakistani Consulate sharply highlights two critical aspects of international law: Diplomatic Security and Host Nation Responsibility. Pakistan’s vigorous protest, followed by immediate demands, reflects the seriousness. They treat such incidents and their resolve to ensure the safety of their missions abroad. Resolving this issue requires joint efforts and a reiteration of Vienna Conventions-based principles.
