Faktus Timor-Leste

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Vanuatu highlights human rights violations in Papua and West Papua

Vanuatu highlights human rights violations, racial discrimination and restrictions on freedom of expression in West Papua at UN Human Rights Council. Points to Pacific Islands Forum 2019 leaders communique.

Indonesian ‘Right of Reply’ expresses regret for racist incidents preceding recent violent confrontations with military and says still preparing for visit of UN Human Rights Commissioner to West Papua. Praises PIF for recognising its sovereignty.

18th Meeting, 42nd Regular Session UN Human Rights Council on 17 Sep 2019 in Geneva.

http://webtv.un.org/watch/item4-general-debate-18th-meeting-42nd-regular-session-human-rights-council/6087286859001/?fbclid=IwAR1jxmL19bZmRE3pkiIZJmQaWgjziLo-ANwPYcbSsgdBf60OVZgeTTrEcds#player

Timor-Leste's Prime-Minister offers his resignation Prime-Minister Timor-Leste Taur Matan Ruak. Dili, Timor-Leste - Prime Ministe...