Human Rights Violations in Tunisia: A Concerning Issue
Why is Tunisia Not a Safe Place for Migrants and Asylum Seekers?
- Rampant human rights violations against migrants and asylum seekers
- Lack of an asylum system in Tunisia
- Crackdown on civil society, judicial independence, and the media by the Tunisian government
- Challenges in determining nationalities or protection needs of migrants and asylum seekers at sea
European Union’s Involvement in the Situation
- Cooperation between the EU, member states, and Tunisia has led to human rights violations
- Externalization of border management to Tunisia is supporting serious violations
- Disembarkation in Tunisia can endanger individuals and expose them to harm
Concerns Raised by Humanitarian Organizations
- Tunisia is not considered a ‘Place of Safety’ for intercepted or rescued people, especially Black individuals
- Lack of national asylum law or system in Tunisia criminalizes irregular entry or exit
- Repeated violations of human rights against refugees and asylum seekers by Tunisian authorities
Humanitarian organizations urge the EU to end cooperation with Tunisian authorities responsible for rights violations and ensure safety for rescued individuals.
Source: www.amnesty.org