A New Afghan Law Preserves ‘Virginity Tests’ for Women - ReliefWeb

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

News Type: USIP in the News

Afghanistan this year adopted a new penal code that moves the country toward meeting international standards on criminal justice. At the same time, it underscores the continued difficulties of reinforcing rights for Afghan women and...

Pakistan elections: Extremist candidates are a 'real setback' for the country - CNBC

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

News Type: USIP in the News

Pakistanis head to the polls Wednesday in a general election characterized by a heavy presence of extremist parties — a development that threatens to strengthen religious radicalization in the South Asian nation, which has long struggled with domestic terrorism. Right-wing religious factions have fielded...