Source: European Parliament
The High Representative/Vice-President appreciates the interest of the Honourable Member in this important matter and acknowledges the cultural significance of these historical sites.
The EU is aware of the challenges faced by Pakistan in protecting its cultural heritage, including the Indo-Greek sites, and the efforts made by the international community to support their preservation.
The EU is committed to promoting the protection of cultural heritage in the context of the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) monitoring under the GSP[1].
The EU is aware of an ongoing project aiming at preserving the Bazira site (reports of the project can be found in the news outlet quoted by the Honourable Member)[2].
Nevertheless, if additional evidence appears, the EU will be ready to further inquire and to discuss this issue with the Pakistani authorities in the appropriate fora.