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Feb 18 2012 6:47AM
China Human Rights Briefing February 7-13, 2012

Top News Dissident’s Sentence Adds to String of Recent Harsh Punishments: On February 10, Hangzhou dissident Zhu Yufu was issued a seven-year sentence for “inciting subversion of state power.” Zhu’s punishment is the fourth reported...

Feb 17 2012 4:50PM
Saudi Arabia: Tweeter may face death penalty

Thanks for texting and taking action - this action is now closed . We're continuing to monitor Hamza Kashgari's case, and hope we'll be able to share news on his case soon. Hamza Kashgari may be charged with apostasy (giving up one’s...

Feb 17 2012 2:58PM
Still everything to play for with an arms treaty

It’s late on Thursday evening on day four of the Arms Trade Treaty preparatory conference. As I write, states participating in the conference have as yet not reached an agreement on the crucial rules of procedure that will determine...

Feb 16 2012 4:41PM
The ups and downs of the Arms Trade Treaty negotiations

Breaking news 5.45pm 16 February The UK has firmly committed to robust and effective Arms Trade Treaty covering all convention weapons, including small arms and ammunition. They also said that the Treaty must reflect values such as...

Feb 15 2012 3:11PM
Make love not loopholes

Love was truly in the air today at the UN Arms Trade Treaty talks, being of course valentines day. Some handed out roses, we handed out campaign stickers . Our message to delegates: “Show some love for the arms trade treaty” and “make...