Minister of State for Law and Justice, Barrister Aqeel Malik, held a meeting with a delegation of the Human Rights Commission of the Maldives, led by Commissioner Ahmed Masoom and Secretary General Aishath Shaheen Najmee, at the Ministry of Human Rights in Islamabad.
The meeting was also attended by Chairperson of the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR), Ms. Rabiya Javeri Agha, and Secretary, Ministry of Human Rights, Abdul Khalique Shaikh.
The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the Maldives in the field of human rights, with particular emphasis on the protection of vulnerable groups, social protection, and the exchange of experiences and best practices. Both sides underscored 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, emphasizing the importance of sustained institutional engagement and cooperation to address common human rights challenges. He stressed that sharing knowledge, strengthening institutional capacities, and fostering dialogue are essential to advancing human rights protection.
The delegation and Pakistani officials also explored opportunities for enhanced collaboration between their respective human rights institutions, with a view to learning from each other’s experiences and adopting effective practices to strengthen human rights safeguards.
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.
