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UN commission of inquiry: all parties becoming increasingly reckless with human life as the Syrian conflict drags on

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18 Feb 2013

Geneva, 18 February 2013 -- In its latest report, released today, the UN commission of inquiry finds that both pro- and anti-Government forces have become increasingly violent and reckless with human...

Statement of the Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in Myanmar

By Tomás Ojea Quintana, 16 February 2013, Yangon International Airport, Myanmar

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18 Feb 2013

I have just concluded my five-day mission to Myanmar - my seventh visit to the country since I was appointed Special Rapporteur in March 2008. I would like to express my appreciation to the Government...

Human Rights Council Advisory Committee opens tenth session

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18 Feb 2013

Human Rights Council Advisory Committee MORNING 18 February 2013 Elects Wolfgang Stefan Heinz as Chairperson The Human Rights Council Advisory Committee this morning opened its tenth session, electing...

Committee on Elimination of Discrimination against Women: Greece, Angola and Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

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18 Feb 2013

Committee on Elimination of Discrimination Against Women 18 February 2013 The Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women this afternoon met with non-governmental organizations (NGOs)...

Human Rights Council Advisory Committee discusses Human Rights and Terrorist Hostage-Taking

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18 Feb 2013

Human Rights Council Advisory Committee AFTERNOON 18 February 2013 The Human Rights Council Advisory Committee this afternoon discussed a draft final report on human rights and issues relating to...

Beyond bars: a chance for a meaningful life

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15 Feb 2013

Under the UN initiative “Delivering as One,” United Nations agencies in Uruguay bring together their expertise to support a far reaching reform of the prison system, designed to give inmates skills and prepare them for the outside world.

Lecture at the London School of Economics

by
Ms. Navi Pillay
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

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15 Feb 2013

Freedom of Expression and incitement to hatred in the context of International Human Rights Law London 15 February 2013 Ladies and Gentlemen, I'd like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to...

Statement by H.E. Remigiusz A. Henczel,
President of the Human Rights Council

Seminar on the enhancement of international cooperation in the field of human rights

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15 Feb 2013

Excellencies, Madam Deputy High Commissioner, Distinguished Delegates, Experts, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a pleasure for me to welcome you all to the seminar on the enhancement of international...

Opening remarks
by the UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights

Ms. Kyung-wha Kang

Seminar on the Enhancement of international cooperation
in the field of human rights

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15 Feb 2013

Geneva, Palais des Nations, Room XXI 15 February 2013 Chair of the seminar, President of the Human Rights Council, Excellences, Distinguished delegates, Distinguished panellists and participants...

Press briefing notes on Mali

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15 Feb 2013

Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights : Cécile Pouilly Location: Geneva Date : 15 February 2013 1) Mali As the human rights situation in Mali remains of serious concern, our...