Virtual Workshop with Malaysian and Indonesian Parliamentarians to address challenges of COVID-19 through Implementation of Existing International Biosecurity and Biosafety Frameworks

The virtual Workshop with Malaysian and Indonesian Parliamentarians addressed the challenges of COVID-19 through Implementation of International Biosecurity and Biosafety Frameworks.

Iranian Authorities should Immediately Release Human Rights Defender Nasrin Sotoudeh

Ms. Sotoudeh was arrested and imprisoned based on politically motivated charges.

The Parliament of Ukraine passed in its first reading the Bill implementing international criminal and humanitarian law

Bill no. 2689 harmonizes the criminal code of Ukraine with international criminal law and international humanitarian law.

Magnitsky-Type Sanctions: A Tool for Parliamentarians in Addressing Human Rights Abuses

To commemorate the Int'l Day of Democracy, PGA, and the RWCHR are organizing a Panel Discussion on Magnitsky-type “sanctions” and how legislators can contribute to preventing and fighting impunity for the violation of human rights.

Intimidation of leading PGA Member in Venezuela by the Maduro Regime

Maduro's form of government is consolidating a more hegemonic movement towards political persecution.

Participation of Hon. Amina Maelainine in a Panel Discussion on Existing Legal Limits to Security Council Veto Power in the Face of Atrocity Crimes

On 10 September 2020, PGA co-hosted a Panel Discussion on “Existing Legal Limits to Security Council Veto Power in the Face of Atrocity Crimes”, title of the new book of Professor Jennifer Trahan (New York University - NYU).

Parliamentarians in Maldives take action on Human Rights

On 24 August 2020, the Parliament of the Maldives (The People’s Majlis) took a critical step forward to protecting human rights in their country.

Regional Caribbean Consultation: The Role of Parliamentarians in Building More Inclusive Societies

Hosted by the Parliament of Saint Lucia on August 26, 2020

Zimbabwe should end human rights abuses and uphold democratic principles and the rule of law

Recent crackdowns in Zimbabwe have left the country with several people killed, injured and arrested.

Urgent Action Alert 4: Brazil

Gross Negligence Of Brazil’s Indigenous Population During The Covid-19 Pandemic May Amount To Genocide

Parliament of Barbados adopts workplace protections for individuals of diverse sexual orientation

The Employment Act 2020 protects various categories of individuals from workplace discrimination, including those of diverse sexual orientation.

Niue Accedes to the Arms Trade Treaty

PGA Congratulates Niue on its Accession to the Arms Trade Treaty on 6th August 2020, becoming the 110th State Party to the ATT.

Afghanistan Accedes to the Arms Trade Treaty

Afghanistan acceded to the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) on 29th July 2020, becoming the 109th State Party to the ATT.

São Tomé and Príncipe Ratifies the Arms Trade Treaty

São Tomé and Príncipe now becomes the 108th State Party to the Arms Trade Treaty.

PGA Argentina National Group supports the Campaign for a Global Democratic Governance

Dip. Carla Piccolomini, Chair of the PGA Argentina Group, expressed the group’s support for the Campaign which aims to foster political will for necessary reforms to international institutions amid the health and economic crises caused by the pandemic.

Legislators from Lebanon, Morocco and Tunisia discuss the fight against impunity

Members of the House of Deputies of Lebanon, of the House of Representatives of the Kingdom of Morocco and of the Assembly of the Representatives of the People of Tunisia met virtually to discuss and exchange ideas on the fight against impunity.

PGA commemorates International Justice Day, emphasizing the importance of states’ efforts in reinforcing international and domestic justice systems

On 17 July, international community commemorates the International Justice Day, this year marking the 22nd anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC).

As environmental damages and crimes amass, the interconnection between protection of human rights and nature becomes more prevalent

A webinar on “Putting an End to Greed: The interaction between respect for human rights and the protection of nature” featured the participation of experts in the field of international law, sustainable development, advocacy and human rights.