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Media Freedom Under Scrutiny in Palestine In a move that has raised international alarm, rights experts are calling on the Palestinian Authority (PA) to reverse its ban on Al Jazeera, the prominent media organization known for its critical coverage of Middle Eastern affairs. This ban, implemented in the West Bank, has faced widespread condemnation as […]

Experts Question Marcos’ ‘Super Body’ Human rights organizations have raised doubts about the Philippine government’s recent establishment of a “Super Body” to tackle human rights issues. Critics contend that real accountability, rather than bureaucratic solutions, is essential to address the country’s persistent human rights violations. This initiative, introduced under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration, is […]

The Crucial Role of Human Rights Advocates in Conflict Resolution In a powerful speech, Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, underscored the vital importance of human rights defenders in resolving conflicts. Addressing an international conference focused on human rights and global peace, Türk pointed out that these advocates are not just […]

Signs of Relief for Hungary’s Economy Hungary is seeing a much-needed drop in inflation rates, indicating a phase of stabilisation after a period of economic uncertainty. Recent data shows that inflation has decreased to its lowest point in over a year, bringing optimism for both businesses and households. This decline in inflation follows various government […]

A Bright Economic Horizon Vietnam is set to uphold its status as one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant economies in 2025, emphasizing digitalization and sustainability. The country’s economic forecast, detailed in a recent report, showcases an ambitious plan to enhance its standing in global markets while tackling urgent environmental issues. The report emphasizes Vietnam’s dedication […]

A Slow but Stable Trajectory for the Global Economy The United Nations has published its latest economic forecast, predicting that global economic growth will hold steady at 2.8% in 2025. This report, prepared by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), outlines the challenges and opportunities that the global economy faces as it […]

The back-and-forth between Apple and the Indonesian government in late 2024 highlights the challenges of Indonesia’s investment climate. The tension lies between the promises of the Omnibus Law on Job Creation and the protectionist Import Substitution Strategy (ISS), raising concerns about the effectiveness of economic reforms. The Omnibus Law, introduced in 2020 under former President […]

The late president is heralded for catapulting human rights into U.S. policy’s limelight, yet his Cold War tactics dance to a familar double standard. U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29 at the ripe age of 100, is celebrated for amplifying human rights in American foreign policy. But let’s add a twist: […]

The region’s path shows a balance. It has deep problems but a strong desire for democracy, human rights, and justice. Indonesia’s 2024 election showed the promise and peril of democracy in the digital age. The peaceful transfer of power showed Indonesia’s commitment to democracy. But, disinformation revealed the fragility of its elections. Encouragingly, divisive identity politics hurt Indonesia’s 2014 […]

Trudeau’s suspension of Parliament has killed his plan to strip pro-life pregnancy centres of their charity status. Canada’s top pro-life group welcomed this as ‘excellent news.’ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s shutting of parliament ends his plan to strip pro-life pregnancy centres of their charity status. Canada’s top pro-life and pro-family group welcomed this as “excellent […]