Forced marriages – The Law Today Pakistan

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Senate Committee Calls for National Database as Domestic Violence Cases Surge in Punjab

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August 30, 2024

Over 10,000 cases registered in Punjab; KP conviction rate in such cases stands between ‘2 to 5pc’

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UK equips frontline officers to tackle Modern Slavery and human trafficking

Estimated read time 3 min read
July 30, 2024

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking are unacceptable tragedies. Early identification of victims is essential, and international cooperation is of the utmost importance, says BHC Jane Marriott