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Tarar calls for global cooperation to uphold rule of law

Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, on Monday emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure the rule of law, protect human rights, and prevent crimes against humanity.

Speaking at the 47th Annual Forum of Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA), hosted by Pakistan, the minister reiterated the country’s commitment to working with the international community to achieve global peace and justice.

During the session titled “The Regional Perspective on the Enforcement of Rome Law and Reforms in Local Legislation,” the Senator highlighted Pakistan’s dedication to promoting peace, stability, and respect for human rights.

He said that parliamentarians played a key role in safeguarding human rights and advancing democracy.

He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s active participation in global efforts to prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

He stressed that challenges like climate change and environmental sustainability required a unified global approach.

The minister called for aligning local laws with international legal standards and values, urging cooperation in reshaping political practices, economic priorities, and legal traditions.

Azam Nazeer Tarar acknowledged that while some countries had made significant reforms related to the Rome Statute, others were still lagging.

He reaffirmed Pakistan’s role in peacekeeping missions and its efforts to promote human rights and freedoms globally.

The minister highlighted Pakistan’s proactive measures in addressing human rights issues and enhancing climate resilience, particularly through laws designed to protect vulnerable segments of society.

Azam Nazeer Tarar, also highlighted the ongoing crimes in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and Palestine.

He condemned the grave human rights violations occurring in both regions and called for international action to address these injustices.

The minister emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to protecting human rights and noted that the Pakistani Parliament had passed significant laws to safeguard the rights of minorities.

These legislative measures reflect the country’s dedication to ensuring justice and equality for all citizens, particularly vulnerable communities.

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26th constitutional amendment to safeguard country’s future: PM

PM

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill passed by the parliament would prove to be a milestone in the country’s history besides safeguarding its future.

“This is a historic day. The 26th constitutional amendment is not just an amendment but another magnificent example of national solidarity and unity.

Today a new dawn will usher in and a new sun will rise which will brighten the whole country,” the prime minister said addressing the National Assembly after the House passed the legislation in the early hours of Monday.

Earlier Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar presented the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill in the National Assembly which was passed by a two-thirds majority after its passage by the Senate with the similar required majority.

Under the amendment, the term for the Chief Justice of Pakistan has been set at three years. A 12-member parliamentary committee will select the new Chief Justice from a panel of the three most senior judges.

This committee, consisting of eight members from the National Assembly and four from the Senate, will propose the name to the Prime Minister, who will then forward it to the President for final approval.

Besides, a Judicial Commission of Pakistan, led by the Chief Justice and including three senior judges, two members each from the National Assembly and Senate, the federal minister for law and justice, the attorney general and a legal expert with at least 15 years of Supreme Court experience, will oversee judicial appointments.

PM Shehbaz said that the new constitutional amendment would also help end the palatial conspiracies to oust the governments and remove the prime ministers besides ensuring the riddance from the verdicts like Reko Diq and Karkey which cost the country billions of dollars.

Besides, this will also address the sufferings of the millions of people who had to wait for years to seek justice from the Supreme Court, he added.

The prime minister said that with the passage of the 26th Constitutional Amendment Bill, the unfulfilled dream of the Charter of Democracy had been realized which was signed by Shaheed Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif in 2006 and also endorsed by Maulana Fazlur Rehman.

Responding to criticism by an opposition member, the prime minister said the legislation was made by the votes of allied parties and the independent candidates, not by any turncoats.

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SC senior most judge will be CJP under 18th Amendment, clarifies Tarar

SC senior most judge will be Chief Justice of Pakistan under 18th Amendment, clarifies Tarar

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has clarified the constitutional position regarding the appointment of Chief Justice of Pakistan. Federal Minister for Law Azam Nazeer Tarar said that the senior most judge of the Apex Court will be appointed as Chief Justice of Pakistan under the 18th Constitutional Amendment. Whereas anyone of the senior judges of high … Read more

Constitution permits appointment of ad hoc judges: Azam Tarar

Constitution permits appointment of ad hoc judges: Law Minister

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar has said the constitution permits the appointment of ad hoc judges. Expressing his opinion in a statement today, he said ad hoc judges should be appointed. The Law Minister rejected reports about extension in the tenure of Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Issa. The Law … Read more

No threat to govt after ruling on reserved seats : Law Minister

Law Minister

ISLAMABAD: Minister for Law and Justice Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar  said that there was no threat to the government after the decision of apex court regarding reserved seats as it had a clear majority of 209 members in the House.

Addressing a press conference, Azam Nazeer Tarar said that the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) didn’t recognize non-Muslims as its members, adding that legal action would be decided in consultation with political parties.

He questioned that what about the condition of Article 51 of the Constitution. The independent members of PTI were on the stance that the reserved seats should be given to the SIC, he said, adding that apparently Article 51 and 106 were re-written, he said.

The minister said that they were viewing the contents of the verdict. He said that there was a law exist about the reserved seats and it should have been allocated to the SIC.

He clarified that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) was not a party in this case and that independent members of PTI did not approach any forum after winning.

Azam Nazeer Tarar said according to the SIC’s manifesto, they should not be allocated minority seats. He added that PTI never claimed that their party should get reserved seats.

Regarding the review appeal, Tarar said that a decision would be made after consulting of the federal cabinet and viewing the detailed judgment.

He said the ruling has raised ambiguities and confusion, and legal experts will continue to give their opinions on it.

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Detention of Imran is an internal matter, claims Tarar

Detention of Imran is an internal matter, claims Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar on Monday responded to a UN report that described the detention of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan as arbitrary and against international law, stating that the arrest and charges are an “internal matter.” In his statement on Tuesday, the law minister asserted that the PTI founder’s rights are … Read more

Countries are run by taxes not charity: Finance Minister

Countries are run by taxes not charity: Finance Minister

The finance minister stressed that taxes are vital for running the country. He emphasizes that the burden of taxation shouldn’t fall solely on one class. The inflation is at 17% which is anticipated to decline further. ISLAMABAD: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday said that taxes are an integral part of the economy not … Read more

Commission to probe allegation of interference in judiciary affairs, says Tarar

Commission to probe allegation of interference in judiciary affairs: Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Following a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa, it has been decided to establish a commission to investigate allegations raised by judges of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) regarding interference by the country’s intelligence agencies in judicial affairs. The discussion between the Prime Minister … Read more

Cypher issue: PTI chief to be grilled under Official Secret Act, says Tarar

Azam Nazeer Tarar

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar has said that Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) will hold an inquiry into the cypher case against the PTI chief and others under the Official Secret Act after being tasked by the federal government, ARY News reported. He expressed these views while addressing a press conference … Read more

Law Minister urges political leaders to sit together for improving economy

Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar

ISLAMABAD: The economy of Pakistan is facing serious challenges and it is high time that the leaders of all political parties should sit together and discuss ways and means to steer the economy out of crisis situations. This was stated by Azam Nazeer Tarar, Minister for Law and Justice while addressing a dinner reception hosted … Read more

Govt to amend law regarding returned references: Law Minister

Law Minister

Tarar dismissed rumors regarding references returned by accountability courts He said the government has proposed amendments in NAB law He said references were not quashed but forums have been changed ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazeer Tarar dismissed rumors regarding the references returned by the accountability courts following the NAB amendments. Addressing … Read more

PDM to put names of Imran Khan and other PTI leaders in ECL

PTI leaders in ECL
  • Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the coalition government would once again meet on Wednesday at the Prime Minister’s House to address various state-related concerns as well as file a reference against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
  • The Federal Minister for Water Reserves, Khursheed Shah, and the Law Minister, Azam Nazeer Tarar, would monitor committees and submit suggestions according to the committees that are functioning under them
  • The coalition government is expected to put the names of Imran Khan and other prominent leaders on Exit Control List (ECL). A meeting behind closed doors is scheduled to take place in the residence of the Prime Minister.

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) and the coalition government would once again meet on Wednesday at the Prime Minister’s House to address various state-related concerns as well as file a reference against the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), BOL News reported.

According to a report by BOL News, the Federal Minister for Water Reserves, Khursheed Shah, and the Law Minister, Azam Nazeer Tarar, would monitor committees and submit suggestions according to the committees that are functioning under them. The coalition government is expected to put the names of Imran Khan and other prominent leaders on Exit Control List (ECL). A meeting behind closed doors is scheduled to take place in the residence of the Prime Minister.

In addition, Azam Nazeer Tarar would provide PDM with information on the legal and constitutional issues of the case after the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) ruled against PTI on August 02 for the case involving unlawful fundraising. In addition, Khursheed Shah is going to talk about the political consequences of the ruling that the ECP made.

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