Minister highlights response to misuse of blasphemy laws

Federal Minister for Human Rights Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar on Wednesday outlined the state's response to concerns surrounding the misuse of blasphemy laws, emphasising efforts to ensure legal safeguards and institutional accountability.

The minister apprised Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins, who met with him here, key initiatives, including the implementation of the National Action Plan on Human Rights, which focuses on six strategic areas such as legal reforms, access to justice, institutional strengthening, and treaty compliance.