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Mazari Expresses Concern On Human Rights

Islamabad (October 31, 2018): Minister for Human Rights Dr Shireen Mazari has reiterated to take all possible measures for the promotion and protection of human rights in Pakistan.

The Federal Minister for Human Rights Dr. Shireen Mazari was called to Delegation of European Parliament led by  Jean Lambert here in Islamabad on Tuesday.

Besides Joint secretary Human Rights Ministry Azam Khan, other high officials of ministry were also present on the occasion.

They discussed the various human rights-related issues including the rights of women, children, and minorities.On this occasion, Minister said we are committed to ensure the basic rights of our citizens in pursuance to our Constitution and International commitments and apprised the delegation about the steps which have been taken.

“We have a very wide and comprehensive agenda and we are focused on the implementation of existing laws and also working on new legislation”, the Minister said.

She stated we are working on three new Bills on Anti Torture and Custodial Death, Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Prohibition of Corporal Punishment including the Christian Divorce Bill, these bills will be tabled in national assembly soon.

Dr. Mazari said Human Rights Ministry has started awareness campaigns for women’s right to inheritance and provision of free legal aid to the women.

Delegation appreciated the efforts of the government of Pakistan especially the Human Rights Ministry for protection of rights.

 

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