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31 Jul

Human Rights in Tibet

Following the Chinese invasion in 1950, Tibet's integration into the People's Republic of China led to the Seventeen Point Agreement, which promised autonomy but resulted in policies aimed at forced assimilation and suppression of Tibetan cultural identity. This report critically examines these oppressive measures, highlighting human rights violations justified by the Chinese government in the name of national security, economic development, and social stability.

31 Jul

The Interplay Between Traditional Asian Values and Women’s Rights in China

China's recent policy shift, encouraging women to adopt domestic roles to address its demographic crisis, marks a significant reversal in gender equality progress, rooted in traditional Confucian values. This policy underscores the tension between the country's demographic needs and women's rights advancements, as the government prioritises family roles over gender equality. This report explores this policy reversal in the context of international human rights obligations, highlighting the challenge of balancing cultural traditions with gender equality in a rapidly globalising world.

6 Jun

Across the Border: The Humanitarian Crisis of North Korean Asylum Seekers in China

The forced repatriation of around 60 North Korean asylum seekers by China in April 2024 has raised serious international concerns, as these individuals face severe risks such as torture, forced labour, and execution upon their return to North Korea. China's policy of repatriating North Korean refugees, despite international human rights obligations, leaves an estimated 10,000 to 300,000 refugees in hiding at risk. The report examines the socio-political, legal, and humanitarian aspects of this crisis, calling for international intervention to protect vulnerable asylum seekers.

5 Jun

The Development, the Legal Potential, and the Implementation of the Right to a Healthy Environment

The human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is a recently recognized human right that emphasizes environmental protection. This report explores its development, importance, and international establishment, focusing […]

12 Apr

Forced Labour in China: A Tool for Oppressing Ethnic Minorities

Modern slavery, including forced labour and human trafficking, still exists, with around 50 million people still trapped in slavery. Forced labour is a type of work performed involuntarily, often under […]

1 Jul

Increased Surveillance, Religious Repression, Censorship of Online Media of Dissemination in Tibet by China

The Chinese occupation of Tibet has led to increased surveillance practices targeting religious freedom and expression. Many Tibetans have been detained for expressing devotion to the Dalai Lama, and Chinese […]

1 Jun

Arbitrary Detention and Torture in Tibet

Since the 2008 uprising against Chinese rule, Tibetans, scholars, and artists have faced arbitrary detention and torture due to their connection to their heritage. Detained on charges of inciting separatism, […]

1 Apr

Chinese Censorship During Harsh Covid-19 Lockdowns

Several individuals in China have been detained due to censorship during the COVID-19 pandemic, a violation of freedom of expression that worsened during the pandemic. The Chinese government has consistently […]

1 Mar

China’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict

The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has sparked international concern, as it reflects Russia’s revisionist ambitions towards the American-led international order. This conflict has been compared to China, […]

1 Feb

China and the 2022 Olympics

The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, China, have garnered significant political and media attention, highlighting the conflicting dynamics of sporting events in states facing human rights violations, such as China.

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