BEIRUT: The parliamentary Human Rights Committee met Tuesday to discuss how the domestic violence draft law could be put into practice once it was passed, according to the National News Agency.
MP Michel Moussa presided over the meeting, which was also attended by caretaker Justice Minister Shakib Qortbawi and human rights advocates from the U.N. and the Beirut Bar Association.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Moussa said the domestic violence draft law was “very progressive,” describing it as a “first step with many positive aspects.”
He added: “I can confirm today that Parliament clearly intends to pass this law.” The next parliamentary session is scheduled for Monday, but so far the body has failed to achieve the quorum needed to vote on any legislation on the agenda.
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24/07/2013
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