Philippines: House of Representatives passes anti-terrorism bill
On 4 April, the House of Representatives passed the Anti-Terrorism Bill 2005. The proposed law provides that a suspected terrorist can be held for three day before the state must file formal charges. The text also defines terrorism and criminalizes conspiracy to...
Singapore: ICJ observes trial of opposition leader charged with contempt of court
The ICJ today announced it is observing the trial of Dr Chee Soon Juan, Secretary-General of the Singapore Democratic Party, for compliance with international fair trial standards.
Thailand: ICJ calls for justice in the disappearance of prominent muslim lawyer
The ICJ today once again called on the Thai Government to ensure a full and effective investigation into the enforced disappearance of Somchai Neelapaijit in March 2004 and to bring those responsible to justice.
ICJ urges government of Cambodia to drop criminal defamation charges against human rights defenders
The ICJ today urged the Government of Cambodia to immediately drop criminal defamation charges brought against three human rights defenders arrested over the last two weeks.
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