Parliament challenged to adopt a law preventing child marriage

Many challenges are awaiting the Lebanese Legislature in 2019, notably the expected passing of the law preventing the marriage of minors and which is still under deliberation by the Administration and Justice Committee, An Nahar reported today (c.f: https://bit.ly/2AihDUG). The pending legislation presents a radical transition in Lebanese society for it reflects the social and civic development of the country, especially in light of the recent repeal of Article 522 of the Penal Code which exempts the rapist if he marries his victim. An Nahar wrote that the enactment of the law preventing child marriage complements the above socio-civic drift. Socially, the newspaper also drew attention to two major draft bills awaiting approval, and they are, the old age pension and the health card. (An Nahar, December 28, 2018)
 

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