Somalia has said it is making progress in advancing gender equality through legal and institutional reforms, with the government reaffirming its commitment to protecting the rights of women and strengthening cooperation with regional and international partners.
Speaking at the 9th Ministerial Conference on Women, Somalia's Minister for Family Affairs and Human Rights, Khadija Mohamed Al‑Makhzoumi, said the Federal Government had taken steps to improve the protection of women's rights through reforms aimed at strengthening the country's human rights framework.
Addressing ministers and delegates attending the conference in Islamabad, Al‑Makhzoumi said Somalia had continued to implement reforms that support gender equality while also building institutions that promote accountability and protect human rights.
The Minister said one of the government's key achievements was the establishment of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, describing it as an important part of Somalia's national reform agenda. She said the Commission would help strengthen the country's human rights system and support efforts to protect the rights of all citizens, including women.
Al‑Makhzoumi told the Conference that the Federal Government remained committed to promoting gender equality through policies and institutions designed to expand opportunities for women and improve their participation in national development.
"I highlighted Somalia's progress in advancing women's rights and strengthening human rights institutions. I underscored the Federal Government of Somalia's commitment to promoting gender equality, including the establishment of the National Independent Human Rights Commission as a cornerstone of our national reform agenda," she said.
The Minister also stressed the importance of cooperation between countries in addressing issues affecting women, saying partnerships remained necessary for achieving lasting progress.
She said Somalia would continue working with countries in the region, members of the Islamic community, and international partners to promote women's rights and strengthen efforts aimed at protecting human dignity.
According to Al‑Makhzoumi, dialogue, cooperation, and the sharing of experiences would help countries develop solutions that improve the lives of women and support future generations.
She said Somalia remained committed to deepening regional, Islamic, and international partnerships as part of its wider efforts to promote equality and strengthen human rights protections.
The Conference brought together ministers and government representatives from different countries to discuss policies and strategies that support women's empowerment and increase cooperation on issues affecting women and families.
The meeting also provided a platform for participating countries to share experiences on legal reforms, institutional development, and programmes aimed at improving the lives of women.
Somalia has, in recent years, continued to pursue reforms in governance and human rights while seeking greater cooperation with regional and international partners. The government says strengthening institutions and expanding protections for women remain part of its broader national reform agenda.
The Minister reiterated that continued engagement between governments and development partners would be important in advancing women's rights and ensuring that future reforms deliver meaningful results for women, families, and communities across Somalia.
Comments
Sign in with Google to comment, reply, and like comments.
Continue with Google