Pakistani Government Accused of Ignoring Evidence of Spying on Judges

The government of Pakistan is being accused of deliberately ignoring the evidence of illegal surveillance on judges knowingly for more than a year. The matter came to light after the secret cameras were found from the House of Islamabad High Court judge.

Judges Alerted Government Officials

Sources added, the judges found the cameras and immediately informed several top government officials.

• Azam Nazeer Tarar: Federal Minister for Law and Justice
• Mansoor Usman Awan: Attorney General of Pakistan

Both officials showed surprise and concern and admitted that the situation is very serious, but still took no action.

Concerns of Government Inaction

The lack of action raises serious concerns, especially since the matter was brought to the attention of:

• • Shahbaz Sharif Government Officials: They allegedly denied any involvement.
  • Director General of the Intelligence Bureau: They also searched the judge’s house but they took no action after that.
  Delayed Response and Inquiry CommissionThe government claims that they took action immediately after knowing about the matter through a letter from six judges, and formed an inquiry commission according to the Supreme Court’s instructions, however, their actions seem delayed which raises questions about government sincerity in fixing the issue and protecting the independence of the judiciary.