(Photo courtesy of Office of MP Diamila Disimban-Ramos) COTABATO CITY - A resolution seeking to support Senator Robinhood Padilla's Senate Bill No. 1272 and its counterpart House Bill No. 5693 in the House of Representatives, which declares Feb. 1 of every year as National Hijab Day, was approved by the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (Parliament). Principally authored by Member of Parliament (MP) Diamila Disimban-Ramos, Proposed Resolution No. 162 or "Resolution Expressing The Unequivocal Support Of The Bangsamoro Parliament To Senate Bill No. 1272 And House Bill No. 5693, Both Declaring The First Day Of February Of Every Year As National Hijab Day And Promoting An Understanding Of The Muslim Tradition Of Wearing A Hijab" has been passed by the BTA during its plenary session No. 19 on Feb. 23. The legitimate intent of these bills in both chambers of Congress is to resolve discrimination, oppression, misunderstanding, and misinformation regarding women wearing the hijab,
India at the 49th United Nations Human Rights Council Session urged for an immediate cessation of violence and an end to hostilities while calling for respect a
India at the 49th United Nations Human Rights Council Session urged for an immediate cessation of violence and an end to hostilities while calling for respect a
Pakistan Aurat March, scheduled to be held on International Women Day on March 8, will focus on wages, security and peace for women, local media reported.
Pakistan Aurat March, scheduled to be held on International Women Day on March 8, will focus on wages, security and peace for women, local media reported.