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Askar discusses cooperation with OHCHR

[15/12/2019 05:47]

ADEN - SABA
Minister of Human Rights, Muhammad Askar discussed with the representative of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Yemen, Dr. Al-Obaid Ahmed, aspects of cooperation between the Ministry and the OHCHR in the field of human rights.

In a meeting in the temporary capital Aden today, Askar stressed the importance of strengthening partnership between the Ministry and the OHCHR through projects designed to develop the capabilities of competent public employees and building their skills in such a manner that leads to enhanced protection of human rights.

Askar called on the United Nations to shoulder its responsibility of exerting pressure on the Houthis to stop the rebel militia's grave violations against civilians.