Tag: Human rights
US report: ‘Ethnic cleansing’ of Rohingya took place last year
In many cases, the Myanmar country report says, Rohingya civilians are even taken to be fair targets for military operations
Faith-based, green groups: Is Philippine environment secretary deaf?
PMPI renewed its call for the passage of the Rights of Nature Bill, aiming to secure a sustainable future for all Filipinos
Indian bishops condemn Hindu group’s attack on Catholic school and priest
The ecumenical Christian forum said it “condemns with great sorrow and deep concern” the “atrocious attack.”
Religious leader faces new charge in case that brought 5-year sentence
Van’s lawyers have also criticized authorities for preventing them from meeting with Van and other accused church members
Caritas Philippines seeks papal blessing and urges government action for political...
Calls for action amid rising tensions and reported human rights violations against political prisoners in Negros Island
Interfaith conference seeks to raise awareness about Uyghur genocide
An estimated 1.8 million mostly Muslim Uyghurs and other Turkic ethnic groups have passed through “re-education” camps in Xinjiang
Indonesia denies reports of planning to establish diplomatic relations with Israel...
An Indonesian official said that it is not true that we are seeking diplomatic relations with Israel in exchange for OECD membership
Hong Kong arrests 291 for endangering national security in past 4...
Cardinal Joseph Zen, 90, and 15-year-old Form Three student arrested under national security law
Vatican at UN Forum: Indigenous Youth vital in cultural and environmental...
Archbishop Caccia highlighted the Holy See’s recognition of the contributions made by the forum in addressing Indigenous Peoples' issues
Caritas Philippines backs Senate probe into mining impacts
"Recent tragedies and environmental disruptions linked to mining and quarrying underscore the need for a thorough investigation"