Special Report . Islamabad.Sep.24
The Ambassador of the European Union to Pakistan, H.E. Raimundas Karoblis, called on the Federal Minister for Law and Human Rights, Senator Azam Nazeer Tarar, at his office today.
Welcoming the Ambassador, the Minister appreciated the European Union’s continued support for Pakistan’s efforts to promote and protect human rights. Both sides reviewed progress under the “Promotion of Human Rights in Pakistan Phase II (EU Huqooq-e-Pakistan II)” programme, launched in 2024. The Minister highlighted that the initiative is strengthening governmental structures on human rights, enhancing the capacity of national human rights institutions, advancing human rights education and sensitization, and encouraging responsible business practices.
He also briefed the Ambassador on the comprehensive National Action Plan on Human Rights, which is being implemented with a focus on legal and policy reforms, access to justice, implementation of key human rights priorities, fulfillment of international treaty obligations, strengthening of national institutions, and establishing effective monitoring mechanisms.
Ambassador Karoblis welcomed these initiatives and reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to its continued partnership with Pakistan. He expressed satisfaction with the progress achieved under the programme and emphasized the EU’s resolve to support Pakistan in advancing its human rights agenda.
The meeting also covered preparations for the upcoming GSP+ Monitoring Mission in November 2025. Both sides agreed to work closely for constructive engagement and positive outcomes.
The meeting concluded with a shared resolve to further strengthen cooperation and deepen Pakistan–EU relations in the field of human rights.
