Forming a Jordanian royal committee for human rights

Jordanian Prime Minister Abdul Raouf al-Rawabdeh announced yesterday the formation of a royal committee for human rights with 10 members composed of eminent Moslems and Christians at the command of King Abdullah II of Jordan.

The committee is expected to make a study of the human rights violations in Jordan and present recommendations for treating them.

In a message to al-Rawabdeh, King Abdullah II emphasized children's and women's status and assured his pledge to protect their rights and prevent their abuse.

Al-Rawabdeh invited Queen Rania to head the committee.