ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik on Thursday met a delegation of the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives at the Ministry of Human Rights in Islamabad to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the field of human rights.
The Maldivian delegation was led by Commissioner Ahmed Masoom and Secretary General Aishath Shaheen Najmee. Chairperson of the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) Rabiya Javeri Agha and Secretary Ministry of Human Rights Abdul Khalique Shaikh also attended the meeting.
According to the Ministry of Human Rights, the discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between Pakistan and the Maldives, particularly in the protection of vulnerable groups, social protection, and the exchange of experiences and best practices.
Both sides underlined the importance of independent national human rights institutions in promoting, protecting and safeguarding fundamental rights.
Barrister Aqeel Malik highlighted the longstanding fraternal relations between Pakistan and the Maldives and stressed the need for sustained institutional engagement to address common human rights challenges.
He said sharing knowledge, strengthening institutional capacities and promoting dialogue were essential for advancing the protection of human rights.
The two sides also explored opportunities for closer collaboration between their respective human rights institutions, with a view to learning from each other’s experiences and adopting effective practices to strengthen safeguards for fundamental rights.
The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of Pakistan and the Maldives to promoting fundamental rights, protecting vulnerable communities and advancing cooperation through constructive engagement and institutional partnerships.
