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International Tribunal Set to Examine Alleged Human Rights Violations by Chinese Leadership

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3 mn readThe U.S. State Department recently released its 2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, assessing the global human rights situation. While acknowledging Taiwan’s commendable performance in upholding core human rights values such as democracy and judicial independence, the report also highlighted several areas in need of improvement, urging the Taiwanese government and society to sustain efforts.

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New Draconian Defamation Law in Pakistan: Legislation of Black Era

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4 mn readThe contentious defamation legislation, which restricts press freedom, became provincial law in Punjab. Acting Governor Malik Ahmad Khan, a member of the PML-N, approved the bill while the Pakistan People’s Party PPP-nominated Governor Sardar Saleem Haider was on leave on this occasion, despite having previously promised consultations on the Punjab Defamation Act 2024.

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Afghan Taliban Urges Dialogue between Islamabad and Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan for Peace

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4 mn readRecognizing that the actions of a banned militant organization within Pakistan were causing the international community to cast blame on Afghanistan, a senior Afghan Taliban leader urged the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Islamabad to engage in dialogue for the sake of peace.

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U.S. Human Rights Report Exposes Taiwan’s Vulnerabilities: Free Press to Workplace Gender Equality, Human Rights Challenges Remain

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3 mn readThe U.S. State Department recently released its 2023 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, assessing the global human rights situation. While acknowledging Taiwan’s commendable performance in upholding core human rights values such as democracy and judicial independence, the report also highlighted several areas in need of improvement, urging the Taiwanese government and society to sustain efforts.

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Allegations of Interference: Islamabad High Court Judges Expose Intelligence Agency Intrusions in Judiciary

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4 mn readSix judges from the Islamabad High Court expose alleged interference by intelligence agencies, citing coercion, surveillance, and intimidation tactics. Their letter to the Supreme Judicial Council reveals a concerning pattern, urging a thorough investigation to uphold judicial independence and ensure accountability.

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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and Wife Bushra Bibi Sentenced to 14 Years in Jail for Unlawful Gains: The Tosha Khana Case

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3 mn readFormer Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been sentenced to jail for 14 years, marking the second consecutive sentence for the Ex-PM of Pakistan within a span of two days. The conviction is related to their unlawful gains from state gifts, which occurred just a week before a general election in which Imran Khan was not eligible to contest. This case is named the Tosha Khana Case (Gift House case).

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State Bank of Pakistan’s Strategic Move: Upgrading Currency with Advanced Security Features

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4 mn readThe State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revealed its intention to introduce fresh currency notes incorporating upgraded international security features. Mr. Jameel Ahmad, the governor of the central bank, mentioned that the forthcoming notes will feature new serial numbers, designs, and advanced security elements.