Tag: ASEAN Community
Vietnam attends UN Human Rights Council’s 27th session
Ambassador Thanh on behalf of ASEAN stressed that the promotion of human rights needs to be adapted to each country and region’s situation and regional grouping has renewed its commitment to protecting and promoting human rights
Last update 11:51 | 09/09/2014
Ambassador Nguyen Trung Thanh, Vietnamese permanent representative to the United...
Philippine Bill Would Give Muslims Autonomy
President Benigno S. Aquino III on Wednesday submitted a draft law to the Philippine Congress that would create a self-governed, predominantly Muslim autonomous region in the country’s south
By FLOYD WHALEY SEPT. 10, 2014
MANILA — President Benigno S. Aquino III on Wednesday submitted a draft law to the Philippine Congress...
Human Rights Commissioner sacked for bribery
The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) has dismissed Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Commissioner Cecilia Rachel V. Quisumbing for allegedly soliciting and receiving money from her own staff, it was learned on Wednesday.
by Jun Ramirez
September 10, 2014
The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) has dismissed Commission on Human Rights (CHR)...
Vietnam highlights role of history education
All states should uphold the principle of granting their citizens total access to history education, providing a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced throughout history, Ambassador Nguyen Trung Thanh, Vietnam’s permanent representative to the United Nations, said.
Wednesday, 10/09/2014 - 06:11 PM (GMT+7)
Nhan Dan/ VNA – Vietnam participated...
Suhakam Recognises Company That Upholds Human Rights Beyond CSR
The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) has clarified that its newly introduced Business Entity Award was to accord recognition to a business entity that has upheld human rights principles beyond their corporate social responsibility (CSR).
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 11 (Bernama) -- The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) has...
Thai Govt Denies Amnesty International’s Human Rights Report
Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has flatly denied allegations put forth in an Amnesty International report detailing widespread human rights violations under Thailand’s military regime.
Khaosod English
12 September 2014, Last update at 17:53:00 GMT
BANGKOK — Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has flatly denied allegations put forth in an Amnesty International...
Vietnam Rights Still Obstacle to TPP Membership
Vietnam is still facing challenges in its bid to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), despite optimism following 10 days of multi-national trade talks in Hanoi.
Tra Mi
September 11, 2014 6:14 PM
Vietnam is still facing challenges in its bid to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), despite optimism following 10 days of...
Philippines Zamboanga siege survivors feel forgotten
One year after a violent siege terrified the southern Philippines city of Zamboanga, tens of thousands of displaced survivors feel they have been forgotten.
ZAMBOANGA, 9 September 2014 (IRIN) - One year after a violent siege terrified the southern Philippines city of Zamboanga, tens of thousands of displaced survivors feel...
Environmental Group Blasts Forest Council For Certifying Tainted Vietnam Company
Environmental advocacy group Global Witness on Wednesday criticized an international forest management council for giving recognition to a Vietnamese state-owned rubber company accused of grabbing land from villagers in Cambodia and Laos.
2014-09-10
Environmental advocacy group Global Witness on Wednesday criticized an international forest management council for giving recognition to a...
Editorial: Asean rights in decline
At a time when abuse of human rights and civil rights is actually increasing, the region is lacking a voice for decency and dignity, let alone defence of those silenced.
The May 22 military coup brought predictable criticism from Thais and foreigners alike. In the aftermath, the most significant attacks...
