Malaika Raza reaffirms unwavering commitment to human rights

Liaquat Ali

Islamabad: General Secretary of the Pakistan Peoples Party Human Rights Cell Malaika Raza on Wednesday reaffirmed unwavering commitment to human rights.

In a message on International Human Rights Day, she said: “On the occasion of Human Rights Day, we, on behalf of the Pakistan Peoples Party, reaffirm our unwavering commitment to the protection of human rights, dignity, and equality.”
“Today, we pay tribute to the legacy of our visionary leader, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, who dedicated her life to the pursuit of justice, democracy, and human rights,” she added.

During Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto’s tenure, Pakistan took historic steps to advance the human rights agenda and gained international recognition for its efforts, Malaika Raza said.

Under her leadership, Pakistan ratified key international treaties, including, the “Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) in 1990, reflecting her firm commitment to safeguarding the rights of children, the future of our nation and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), reinforcing her struggle for gender equality and women’s rights.”
“These historic milestones reflect her vision of a Pakistan where every citizen can live free from oppression and discrimination,” Malaika Raza emphasized.

Shaheed Benazir Bhutto raised her voice for the rights of marginalized communities, introduced legal reforms to protect women’s and children’s rights, and promoted a culture based on tolerance and respect, she noted.