Amnesty International Urges Human Rights Discussion at Biden–Modi Summit Introduction Amidst the anticipation of the state visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States and his meeting with President Joe Biden, Amnesty International has called for a focused dialogue on the pressing human rights concerns in both […]
Month: June 2023
States Must Empower and Protect Haitian Asylum Seekers: Putting an End to Racist Treatment
The Urgent Need for Ending Anti-Black Discrimination Against Haitian Asylum Seekers in the Americas The Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis Facing Haitian Asylum Seekers Amnesty International has called upon states across the Americas to immediately end the anti-Black discrimination experienced by Haitian people seeking safety and international protection. The organization […]
The Humanitarian Crisis in Myanmar: How the Junta is Sabotaging Aid Efforts
BLOCKADE OF LIFESAVING CYCLONE AID: A MAN-MADE CATASTROPHE IN MYANMAR The Junta‘s Obstruction of Humanitarian Aid In the aftermath of Cyclone Mocha, the Myanmar junta has increasingly impeded the delivery of lifesaving aid, putting thousands of lives at immediate risk and endangering millions of people. The junta‘s tactics have hindered […]
Pakistan’s Treatment of Afghan Refugees: Ending Harassment and Arbitrary Arrests
The Plight of Afghan Refugees in Pakistan: Arbitrary Arrests and Harassment A Crisis Unfolding On World Refugee Day, Amnesty International has called on the government of Pakistan to urgently address the concerning treatment of Afghan refugees and asylum seekers, who have fled persecution by the Taliban. These individuals, many of […]
Eswatini: Ending the Abuse of Courts to Suppress Union Leaders
Harassment and Intimidation in Eswatini: Criminalizing Peaceful Dissent Amnesty International’s Concerns Amnesty International’s Interim Deputy Director for Southern Africa, Vongai Chikwanda, recently expressed deep concern over the harassment and intimidation faced by Sticks Nkambule, Secretary General of the Swaziland Transport Communication and Allied Workers Union, and his union. Nkambule is […]
The Global Commitment to Safeguard Our Oceans: UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted
UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted A Powerful Legal Tool to Protect the Oceans In a historic move, the UN Ocean Treaty has been formally adopted in New York, marking a significant step towards safeguarding our oceans. The treaty, which aims to protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans by […]
“Charting a Course for Global Ocean Cooperation: UN Ocean Treaty Gains Momentum”
UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted, Race to Ratification Begins Introduction The UN Ocean Treaty, a historic agreement aimed at protecting the world’s oceans from destructive human activities, has been formally adopted in New York. The treaty, which allows for the creation of vast ocean sanctuaries, free from harmful practices on […]
The Path to a Global Ocean Treaty: Reflecting on Progress and Future Steps
Greenpeace and the Global Ocean Treaty: A Historic Victory for Nature The Fight for Ocean Protection Greenpeace, a prominent international environmental organization, has played a crucial role in the long-awaited Global Ocean Treaty. This treaty, aimed at protecting marine biodiversity and establishing marine protected areas, is a significant step towards […]
The Darkest Hour: Upholding Security Amidst Escalating Violence in West Darfur
Escalating Violence in West Darfur Raises Alarms of Ethnically-Motivated Atrocities Amnesty International’s Alarming Reports Amnesty International has recently issued a statement expressing deep concern over the escalating violence in West Darfur. The reports highlight a series of attacks by the Rapid Security Forces (RSF) and allied Arab militias on non-Arab […]
Climate Change Imperils Global Security: A Call for Cooperation
Greenpeace: A heating world can’t afford a cold war Introduction In a world grappling with the existential threats of climate change and escalating conflicts, the growing number of nuclear weapons is a cause for concern. With 3,844 nuclear warheads deployed worldwide and thousands more waiting to be used, the risk […]