Key Takeaways
- Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar met with Dr Maimoonah Al Khalil, Secretary General of the Family Affairs Council in Saudi Arabia.
- The meeting took place during the sidelines of the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women.
- Discussions focused on women’s rights and family affairs within the context of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.
Federal Minister for Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, held a meeting with Dr Maimoonah Al Khalil, Secretary General of the Family Affairs Council in Saudi Arabia. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women.
During their discussion, both officials exchanged views on enhancing women’s rights and family affairs within the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Tarar highlighted Pakistan's commitment to these issues, while Al Khalil shared insights from Saudi Arabia’s initiatives in this domain.
The 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women is a significant platform for member states to address critical challenges facing women across the region. The meeting between Tarar and Al Khalil underscores the collaborative efforts of member countries towards achieving gender equality and social justice.
Tarar stated, 'Our discussions focused on strategies to empower women and promote their participation in various sectors.' He added, 'Pakistan is committed to working with other OIC members to ensure that our policies align with international standards.'
Dr Maimoonah Al Khalil expressed her satisfaction with the meeting, saying, 'We believe that through such collaborative efforts, we can make substantial progress towards achieving our common goals.' She highlighted Saudi Arabia’s initiatives in promoting women's rights and family welfare.
The OIC Ministerial Conference on Women is scheduled to take place from July 12-13. The event aims to bring together government officials, civil society representatives, and experts to discuss key issues affecting women in the region.
In a separate development, Islamabad will host the 17th Extraordinary Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OIC on December 18, 2021. The session is expected to address various regional and global challenges facing member states.
The meetings and conferences highlight Pakistan's active engagement in promoting women’s rights and family affairs within the broader context of the OIC. Tarar emphasized that these discussions are crucial for fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.
'Our discussions focused on strategies to empower women and promote their participation in various sectors.'
Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, Federal Minister for Human Rights
'We believe that through such collaborative efforts, we can make substantial progress towards achieving our common goals.'
Dr Maimoonah Al Khalil, Secretary General of the Family Affairs Council, Government of KSA
