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Justice Minister Khalid Shwani emphasized on Monday the necessity of updating the juvenile care law to align with recent legal developments within the criminal justice system. This statement came during a hearing chaired by the First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament, attended by the Minister of Education, representatives of relevant authorities, heads of specialized parliamentary committees, civil society organizations, and departments concerned with the rights and care of juveniles. The session focused on discussing the observations related to the draft law to enhance compliance with international human rights standards. The meeting addressed key technical and legal remarks on the law, reviewing several provisions to ensure the draft's development keeps pace with current changes and strengthens its consistency with Iraq's international human rights obligations. The minister underscored the importance of ongoing coordination and cooperation with specialized parliamentary committees and relevant bodies to achieve precise and balanced legislative formulations that meet legal and practical requirements, contribute to reform and rehabilitation systems, and complete the legislative process of laws related to the ministry's work. He also praised the efforts of the parliamentary committees and their suggestions aimed at improving legislation related to the Ministry of Justice, commending the work done to finalize laws that enhance institutional performance and efficiency in judicial and reform fields.
