What does the UN Human Rights Council Resolution on Sri Lanka signify? The resolution extends OHCHR’s mandate in Sri Lanka for one year. There were calls for a two-year renewal by local and international organizations. It highlights the importance of ongoing international scrutiny of human rights concerns in Sri Lanka. Insights from Amnesty International’s Deputy … Read more
Amnesty International Condemns Pakistan Government’s Ban on Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement Amnesty International strongly criticizes the Pakistan government’s ban on the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) and the use of anti-terrorism laws against activists and peaceful protesters from minority groups, calling it a violation of fundamental rights. What is PTM? PTM advocates for the human rights of … Read more
What does the new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act mean for Pakistan? Responding to the recent developments in Pakistan, Deputy Regional Director for South Asia at Amnesty International raised concerns about the implications of the new Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act 2024. The Act poses a threat to the right to freedom of … Read more
One Year on: Minority Christian Community in Pakistan Awaits Justice Pakistan’s government has failed to deliver justice for the minority Christian community one year after a violent arson and mob attack in Jaranwala, Amnesty International reports. Over 90% of attack suspects in Jaranwala are still at large. Trials for those arrested are yet to start. … Read more
Responding to the Chief Adviser’s Call for Human Rights in Bangladesh What is Amnesty International urging the Bangladeshi authorities to do? Conduct a swift, thorough, impartial, and independent investigation into crimes against minority communities Prosecute those responsible in fair and transparent trials Ensure justice, reparations, and non-recurrence Amnesty International welcomes the interim government’s call for … Read more
Responding to the deaths of at least three Baloch protesters and mass arrests of participants of the ‘Baloch Raji Machi’ protests in Balochistan, Pakistan, Babu Ram Pant, Deputy Regional Director for South Asia at Amnesty International, expressed deep concern over the situation. Why are Baloch protesters facing violent crackdowns? Every time Baloch protests occur, security … Read more
Responding to the Deadliest Day in Bangladesh Protests Amidst ongoing violence and protests in Bangladesh, the death toll rises to a shocking 32 in a single day. Amnesty International’s Babu Ram Pant condemns the excessive force used by authorities, emphasizing the importance of respecting the right to protest: Absolute intolerance towards protest and dissent Callous … Read more