In 2013, several Asian countries will go through key parliamentary and presidential elections, expected to represent turning points in the processof political transition.
These include Iran, Malaysia, Maldives and Pakistan. In Bangladesh and Afghanistan, all parties are preparing for crucial elections due in 2014. In the light of FIDH 38th Congress, this issue’s focus presents the position of FIDH and its partners, with the intention to draw attention to human rights violations that continue to obstruct an effective transition in three specific countries.
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Content:
> Highlight of FIDH activities……………………………………………2
> Focus: Elections, human rights and transition in Asia……3
> International justice and fundamental freedoms……………6
> International and regional human rights mechanisms……10
> Human Rights Defenders……………………………………………..13
> Calendar of recent and upcoming events………………………15
