The Legal and Structural Undermining of Indigenous Land Rights in Malaysia
INTRODUCTION While Malaysia’s draft National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP-BHR) signals federal intent to align corporate practices […]
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Women’s Rights and Gender Inequality in North Korea: The Impact of State Policies and Social Norms
Women’s rights in North Korea are discussed, showing a contrast between the country’s legal commitments to gender equality and the harsh realities of women under state policies and social norms. Including systemic discrimination and limited opportunities amongst others.
A Summary of ICC and The Conflict in Israel-Palestine
Introduction The conflict between Israel and Palestine is complex and multi-faceted. Hundreds of scholars have studied it, and thousands of
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A Human Rights Crisis and International Law Violations
INTRODUCTION Political prisoners are individuals incarcerated for their political beliefs, actions, or affiliations, often without a fair trial or under
The Price of Freedom: Examining Russia’s Prisoner Exchange and its Human Rights Ramifications
INTRODUCTION On August 1st, the largest prisoner swap between the West and the Russian Federation since Soviet times took place
The Universal Periodic Review: Iran, Iraq and Egypt
Introduction At the United Nations in Geneva, the 48th cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) just came to an
The Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council: Nicaragua and the Democratic Republic of Congo
Introduction At the Human Rights Council in Geneva, the 47th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) just came to
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Hidden Histories: Indigenous People in Bangladesh and the 1971 Liberation War
Abstract Indigenous People in Bangladesh have always had a difficult position in society. Making up around two percent of the
The Biharis in Bangladesh: A Reflection on Violence, Victimhood, and Conflict
Abstract The Bihari community in Bangladesh, an Urdu-speaking, non-Bengali Muslim ethnic group, has faced marginalisation since migrating to East Pakistan
The Dual Setting of Consent in Sexual Violence Cases and Further Considerations
INTRODUCTION Sex without consent is rape: a simple concept that, however, does not generate consensus. This disagreement stems from the