EU warns Pakistan that duty-free exporter status depends on progress in human rights, media freedom
The European Union has warned Pakistan that its status as a duty-free exporter to the bloc will continue to depend on the progress the country makes in addressing concerns about civil and labor rights and freedom of speech
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