Attacks on Justice 2002: India
The independence of the judiciary continued generally to be respected in India, but the judicial system remained overburdened and financially dependent on the executive.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Malaysia
The Government of Malaysia continued its repression of political opponents and further restricted freedom of expression, assembly and association.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Fiji
Until the 19 May 2000 uprising, the country was governed by a democratically elected government and the judiciary was independent.
Attacks on Justice 2002: China
The human rights situation in China continued to deteriorate. Persecution and torture of members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement and members of political dissident groups continued.
Attacks on Justice 2002: Pakistan
The independence of the judiciary was largely undermined by the order by General Musharraf in January 2000 that Pakistani judges take a fresh oath of loyalty to his administration.
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