Tag: Human rights
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"
Jailed Myanmar leader Suu Kyi moved to house arrest
Suu Kyi has largely been hidden from view since the military detained her as they seized power in a 2021 coup
Catholics in Gaza are burying dead in Muslim cemeteries
The doors of Muslim cemeteries have opened to receive their bodies and give them a dignified burial in Gaza
Asian bishops’ Climate Change Desk holds ecology conference in Philippines
Participants engaged in thorough discussions on prevailing climate trends and the sustainability issues facing the region
Uyghur activist receives Roosevelt freedom of worship award
“Me, standing here, accepting this prestigious award is a strong message to the Chinese government that we will not be silenced"
Pope Francis urges ceasefire and dialogue in Middle East
Pope Francis described the situation in Gaza as a humanitarian catastrophe and called for all parties to pursue negotiation determinedly
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