Despite long-standing resistance from UK in granting Hong Kong’s British Nationals (Overseas) with the rights they were promised during the colonial era, the UK’s current plans could be a lifeline to millions of Hong Kongers.
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At a time when unity is essential, police brutality in France seems to be diving the people.
Read moreThe Plight of Palestinian Prisoners (Including Children) In Israel During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Palestinian prisoners are being denied access to basic rights under the guise of the public health crisis. The international community has called for the most vulnerable prisoners, including children and those with health issues, to be released immediately.
Read moreHungary bans legal sex change after birth
A new law in Hungary has outlawed any changes to gender on identification documents after birth. The law also bases registration of gender at birth on primary sex characteristics and sex chromosomes.
Read moreCoronavirus has eroded the principle of non-refoulement
‘Non-refoulement’ – a fundamental principle of international law – prohibits countries from returning asylum seekers to states where they face persecution. Coronavirus might be changing that.
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