ISLAMABAD, Sep 11 (APP):Federal Minister for Petroleum, Dr. Musadik Malik, on Wednesday emphasized the im
portance of ensuring that women receive their
rightful share of the inheritance.
Speaking in the National Assembly, Mali
k highlighted the im
portance of treating women with the same respect as men and ensuring they are granted their due inheritance
rights.
He praised the pivotal role women play in the progress, prosperity, and development of the country, adding that women should be afforded equal opportunities in all spheres of life, including their legal inheritance
rights.
“The women of this country are playing a key role in its development, and they deserve their full legal
rights, just like men,” the minister said.
He said that the state has a responsibility to create opportunities for the younger generation, adding that he personally ensures that his daughter will receive her full share of the inheritance.