Jurists welcome improvements in Turkey’s judicial system
Today, the ICJ released a report of a mission entitled « The Independence of Judges and Lawyers in the Republic of Turkey ».
ICJ welcomes decision to uphold immunity of UN Special Rapporteur on the Independence of Judges and Lawyers
The High Court in Kuala Lumpur decided to strike out one of the four defamation suits brought against United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Independence of Judges and Lawyers, Dato’ Param Cumaraswamy.The ICJ’s Centre for the Independence of Judges and Lawyers welcomed the decision.
Jurists deplore Senegal’s dismissal of torture charges against Hissène Habré
Today, the ICJ voiced extreme concern over political maneuverings in Senegal that led to the dismissal of charges of torture against former Chadian dictator Hissene Habre on 4 July.
OAS mission to Peru: ICJ denounces breakdown of rule of law
Today, the ICJ addressed a letter to the Organization of American States (OAS) urging them to adopt a firm stance in defense of the rule of law and democracy during their forthcoming visit to Peru.
ICJ condemns Military takeover in Fiji
Today, the ICJ voiced its grave concern over the unconstitutional overthrow of the Government of Fiji by the armed forces, under the leadership of Commodore Frank Bainamarama.
Jurists condemn political trial in Belarus
Today, the ICJ expressed deep concern over the sentencing of former Belarusian Prime Minister Mikhail Chyhir to three years imprisonment, suspended for two years, for allegedly abusing his power in office.
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