Ghulam Hussain Case And The Application Of Terrorism Charges In Pakistan

The latest judgment of the Supreme Court of Pakistan in case of Ghulam Hussain vs. the State[1] is an attempt to interpret the codified definition of ‘terrorism’ in Pakistan’s anti-terrorism law. Before entering into the legalese of the judgement itself, it is imperative to ask this question: Why should the Supreme Court of Pakistan venture to interpret the definition of ‘terrorism’?

Call for Participation – Consultation on Business and Human Rights Islamabad

Calling out all business leaders, employees, civil society members, and lawyers to participate in the National Consultation Session on Business and Human Rights in the capital, Islamabad! The session is being led by the Ministry of Human Rights, Government of Pakistan in collaboration with UNDP Pakistan and the Research Society of International Law (RSIL) in order to…

Consultation Session: Developing a National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights – Lahore

Venue: Faletti’s Hotel, Lahore Date: Thursday, 17th Oct 2019 The Research Society of International Law assisted the Ministry of Human Rights (MoHR) in holding a consultation session in Lahore for the development of a National Action Plan pertaining to Business and Human Rights (BHR) and the adoption of the UN Guiding Principles on BHR in…