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CSOs call on Burmese authorities to release Kachin anti-War protestors



01 June 2018





ALTSEAN-Burma calls on the Burmese government to: immediately and unconditionally release and drop charges against more than 50 human rights defenders arrested in connection with April and May’s nationwide anti-war protests; investigate all acts of police brutality in connection with these protests; amend or repeal all repressive laws on peaceful protest and freedom of speech; and ensure the protection of civilians and delivery of humanitarian aid in Kachin State.


Read a full statement from Fortify Rights below.


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CSOs call for rejection of amendments to Cambodia's Constitution & Criminal Code



14 February 2018





ALTSEAN-BURMA is a signatory to the following joint statement expressing grave concern regarding the Royal Government of Cambodia's proposed amendments to the Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia, as well as the proposed introduction of a lèse-majesté offense to Cambodia’s Criminal Code. These proposed amendments constitute a severe threat to human rights and fundamental freedoms, and are clearly designed to further criminalize any individual or entity that dares to express legitimate dissent.


Clink the link below to read the full statement.


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Latest Bulletins & Special Reports




June 2018 Burma Bulletin





In this month's issue; Burma and the UN sign secretive repatriation deal, much to the concern of Rohingya groups, aid organizations and CSOs. Meanwhile, the ICC set 27 July deadline for Burma to respond to claims over jurisdiction over the deportation of Rohingya to Bangladesh, and Reuters journalists make claims of mistreatment in custody by police. Also, the third session of the Panglong Peace Conference set for 11 July.


Download this month's bulletin to read more about June's political and economic developments in Burma.


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Fact sheet: Two Aspects of the Rakhine Crisis



13 July 2018





What impact has the development of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) had in war torn Rakhine State, and why has the military budget increased astronomically under the civilian National League for Democracy government?


Download this one page fact sheet to learn more.


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May 2018 Burma Bulletin





In this month's issue; calls for accountability over Arakan crimes intensify. The International Criminal Court takes another step forward as Burma insists it will not accept referral. All while Amnesty International publish controversial report on alleged ARSA violations against Hindu civilians in Arakan State.


Download this month's bulletin to read more about May's democracy and human rights developments in Burma.


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Fact Sheet: ASEAN 's Failings in Business & Human Rights



04 June 2018





The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) significantly lags behind its African and American regional counterparts in the context of stakeholder engagement and access to justice, thereby undermining the region's capacity to mitigate and remedy human rights impacts as a result of business activities.

Download the PDF to read ALTSEAN's in depth comparative study in full.


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