Pakistan’s review under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child #UNCRC is underway. Minister of State for Law & Justice, Barrister Aqeel Malik, opened the session by outlining key measures taken by Pakistan to strengthen the protection and promotion of child rights.
The Secretary, MoHR Mr. Abdul Khalique Sheikh highlighted Pakistan’s data collection mechanism through NMIRF, which supports evidence-based child protection measures and promotes the best interests of children. He also underscored ongoing efforts to strengthen child protection services, enhance monitoring of abuse and exploitation cases, and improve coordination between federal and provincial authorities to ensure effective protection of vulnerable children.