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In his new term, Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam of Mauritius must prioritise human rights in policy-making on both local and global fronts. Winning a fourth term on November 10, 2024, …
Human Rights Agenda for New Government in Mauritius Read More
In a recent turn of events, Human Rights Watch’s Turkey Director, Emma Sinclair-Webb, raised her voice against the detention of Istanbul’s Mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, labelling it a “flagrant abuse of …
Human Rights Watch Decries Detention of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu Read More
A Thai delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong, is set to visit Xinjiang from March 18 to 20, 2025. Human Rights Watch urges …
Thailand Urged to Advocate for Uyghurs During Upcoming Xinjiang Visit Read MoreOn his inauguration day, January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump unleashed a series of executive orders that cast a shadow over international human rights, as reported by Human Rights Watch. …
Trump’s Executive Orders Spark Alarming Human Rights Concerns Read More
For the first time, the United States has been added to a global human rights watchlist, joining nations like Serbia and Congo due to concerns about the erosion of civic …
United States Added to Global Human Rights Watchlist Amid Erosion Concerns Read More
Amnesty International has decried recent reforms in El Salvador’s criminal law, arguing they infringe upon children’s rights. Effective February 12, these changes allow minors convicted of organised crime to be …
El Salvador’s Criminal Law Reforms Raise Alarms Over Children’s Rights Violation Read More
In a controversial move, El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has sanctioned the transfer of children to adult prisons, a decision widely condemned by Human Rights Watch. Signed into law by President …
El Salvador’s Controversial Decision to Transfer Children to Adult Prisons Read More
Human Rights Watch has called upon Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto, who is celebrating his first 100 days in office, to halt longstanding human rights violations against the indigenous Papuans. Researcher …
Human Rights Watch Urges Indonesia’s President to Address West Papua Abuses Read More
This week, Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is visiting India, participating in events like the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj and the Bengal Global Business Summit. His trip aims to …
King of Bhutan’s Indian Visit: A Call to Release Political Prisoners Read More
Journalist in Tajikistan Faces Severe Charges A journalist in Tajikistan stands accused in what local authorities describe as a “secret” case, potentially leading to a 17-year prison sentence, according to …
Tajikistan: Journalist Faces Severe Charges in Secret Case Read More