May 27, 2022 | News, Publications
In a briefing paper released today, the International Commission of Jurists points out that, “while new digital technology may be helpful for the protection of human rights, it also carries real and potential negative impact on the enjoyment of human rights”. This paper aims to contribute to the understanding of the international human rights legal framework applicable to the design, development and use of new digital technologies.
May 16, 2022 | News
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) and 31 other human rights organizations call on the Cambodian authorities to revoke the Sub-Decree on the Establishment of the National Internet Gateway (NIG), three months after its intended implementation date.
Mar 9, 2022 | News
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), along with 10 other human rights organizations, call on the Philippine legislature to repeal or substantially amend the fatally flawed SIM Card Registration Act, which is a substantial threat to the rights to privacy, freedom of expression and information, and non-discrimination in the Philippines.
Nov 26, 2021
The European Parliament and the Council of the European Union should amend legislative proposals regulating artificial intelligence (AI) and online digital services to bring them in line with human rights law, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) said today in two briefing papers addressing the proposals.
Aug 3, 2021 | News
17 international human rights organizations today denounced the Thai government’s newly announced Regulation No. 29, which empowers the authorities to censor online expression, and investigate and prosecute individuals responsible for communications that may “instigate fear”. The Regulation is the government’s latest attack on the right to freedom of expression and information in Thailand.
