Tag: human rights

In a bold and controversial decision, the Turkmenistan government has ordered state employees to hand over their passports. This drastic ...

FROM THE MEKONG RIVER TO THE SOUTHEAST ASIAN SEA: FREE PALESTINE! shines a spotlight on the vibrant solidarity movements throughout ...

Authorities in Myanmar have successfully rescued thousands trapped in illegal scam compounds, as Thailand ramps up its fight against human ...

Get ready for the Seventeenth ASEAN Forum on Migrant Labour (17th AFML), set to take place in the vibrant city ...

The recent halt of U.S. aid to Cambodia has thrown a wrench into crucial initiatives aimed at fighting human trafficking ...

The UN has pointed fingers at the former Bangladesh government, suggesting it may be accountable for "crimes against humanity." This ...

Yokota Shigeru, a passionate Japanese father who dedicated his life to fighting for justice for his daughter Megumi, abducted by ...

In a pivotal turn of events, suspected IS militants are now facing trial for the shocking kidnapping of French journalists ...

Malaysia has been urged to intervene in the impending execution of Pannir Selvam, who faces the death penalty for drug ...

In her compelling essay, "The Wound that is Palestine," Arundhati Roy delves deep into the relentless struggles faced by the ...

Amnesty International reports that a Saudi woman, unjustly convicted for posting about women's rights on social media, has been forcibly ...

In a significant turn of events, Ta'ang rebels have embarked on dialogue with Myanmar's junta during an unprecedented meeting held ...

In a historic move, Argentina's judiciary has taken a bold step by issuing arrest warrants for high-ranking Myanmar military officials, ...

The UNDP highlights the critical need to bolster social protection systems in Lao PDR, paving the way for a more ...

Amnesty International is calling on Kuwaiti authorities to put an end to the alarming crackdown on dissent. With a surge ...

A recent report reveals that child marriage remains a pressing challenge throughout Eurasia. Despite ongoing efforts to tackle this issue, ...

Amid the rising tensions in Gaza, China has taken a strong stand against the forced displacement of Palestinians, declaring that ...

In "Palestine Is in Asia," The Nation powerfully illuminates the intertwined struggles of Asian Americans and Palestinians, calling for a ...

As tensions rise over maritime boundaries, Indian fishermen are increasingly caught in the crossfire of Sri Lankan waters, sparking urgent ...

Myanmar is grappling with a profound "polycrisis," further intensified by a recent freeze on U.S. aid, adding to the weight ...