{"id":45116,"date":"2025-04-16T13:11:43","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T13:11:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=45116"},"modified":"2025-04-16T13:11:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T13:11:43","slug":"eu-delegation-appreciates-pakistans-steps-towards-justice-fundamental-rights-institutional-transparency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/eu-delegation-appreciates-pakistans-steps-towards-justice-fundamental-rights-institutional-transparency\/","title":{"rendered":"EU Delegation Appreciates Pakistan’s Steps towards Justice, Fundamental Rights, Institutional Transparency"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"European Union Delegation Meets Federal Minister for Law & Justice, and Human Rights: Discussion on Strengthening Bilateral Relations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Islamabad, April 14, 2025 – A European Union delegation, led by Mr. \u0218erban Dimitrie Sturdza, Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the Countries of South Asia (DSAS), met with the Federal Minister for Law & Justice and Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar. The delegation included Dr. Riina Kionka, EU Ambassador to Pakistan, along with Members of the European Parliament Michael McNamara (Renew, Ireland), Ruth Firmenich (NI, Germany), Cristina Stanculescu, Songul Dogan, and Liviu Adrian Natea.<\/p>\n

The meeting reaffirmed the strength of Pakistan-EU bilateral relations, underscoring shared commitments to democratic values, human rights, and inclusive development. Both sides acknowledged the positive trajectory of cooperation under the GSP+ framework, with the Minister appreciating the EU\u2019s support and emphasizing Pakistan\u2019s resolve to align its legal and institutional frameworks with international human rights conventions.<\/p>\n

The Minister highlighted Pakistan\u2019s steady progress in promoting democracy, constitutionalism and the rule of law, despite complex internal and regional dynamics. He reaffirmed the country\u2019s strong commitment to peace, pluralism, and institutional resilience as part of its vision for a stable and inclusive future.<\/p>\n

\"\"He further noted that Pakistan\u2019s democratic institutions are actively working to promote dialogue, tolerance, and constitutional protections for all communities.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cPakistan\u2019s commitment to democratic governance remains unwavering. As we continue to navigate complex political and security challenges, we expect our international partners, including the European Union, to recognize and acknowledge our ongoing journey toward a more inclusive, just and peaceful society,\u201d the Minister stated.<\/p>\n

The Minister briefed the delegation on the government\u2019s plan to establish a National Commission for Minorities (NCM) through an Act of Parliament, with quasi-judicial powers to independently address grievances and monitor rights violations.<\/p>\n

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