Articles tagged with "human rights"

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses the launching ceremony of PM Apna Ghar Program in Islamabad, April 30, 2026. (File photo: X/@PakPMO)

Pakistan PM says human rights action plans key to building just, equitable society

Says the vision of peace and harmony is rooted in the principles laid down by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who emphasized honesty, fair dealing and contribution towards peace and prosperity within and beyond Pakistan’s borders.

May 16, 2026

Pope Leo XIV (C) waves as he boards the plane to depart from the "4 de Fevereiro" Luanda International Airport in Luanda on the ninth day of an 11-day apostolic journey to Africa, on April 21, 2026. (AFP)

Pope visits Equatorial Guinea on last stop of Africa tour

Human rights concerns and limited freedoms will frame Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Equatorial Guinea, where he is set to meet government officials, clergy, and citizens.

April 21, 2026

World Children’s Day 2025: How Pakistan advanced child welfare this year

Pakistan marked major child-rights progress in 2025, passing new laws against child marriage and labour, with Balochistan raising marriage age and UNICEF urging stronger youth protection.

November 20, 2025

Afghan Taliban authorities publicly execute man for murder: court

It brings to 11 the number of men publicly put to death since the Taliban returned to power in 2021, according to an AFP tally; the interim Afghan government has been relatively isolated internationally due to concerns about issues such as the rights of women.

October 16, 2025