Justice Minister Emphasizes Enhancing Juvenile Protection Law

Justice Minister Khalid Shwani emphasized today, Monday, the importance of developing the Juvenile Protection Law draft. The minister attended a hearing chaired by the First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament, with the participation of the Minister of Education, representatives of relevant authorities, heads of specialized parliamentary committees, civil society organizations, and departments concerned with juvenile rights and care to discuss observations on the draft law. The session reviewed the main technical and legal comments on the law, discussing its provisions and clauses to improve it in line with legal developments in the criminal justice system and to strengthen adherence to international human rights standards. The minister stressed the necessity of continuing coordination with parliamentary committees and relevant bodies to reach precise and balanced legislative formulations that meet legal and practical requirements, support the development of the reform and rehabilitation system, and complete related legislation linked to the ministry's work. He also praised the efforts of the parliamentary committees and their observations aimed at advancing related legislation, commending the work done to finalize laws that enhance institutional performance and efficiency in judicial and reform fields.