The health and well-being of Arctic Indigenous peoples are under significant threat due to the rapidly changing environment caused by climate change. These communities, including the Inuit, Athabaskan, Gwich’in, and Sami peoples, face unique challenges that require a multi-faceted approach to
The recent amendment to Pakistan's cybercrimes act, officially known as the Pakistan Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act, 2025, has sparked significant controversy and concern among various sectors, both domestically and internationally. Passed on January 29, 2025, the law introduces strict
In recent years, a new form of authoritarian control has emerged, one that relies less on overt violence and more on legal and bureaucratic mechanisms. This phenomenon, known as "regulatory repression," is gaining traction among autocratic leaders worldwide. The concept involves using laws and
Egypt's treatment of refugees, migrants, forcibly displaced people, and asylum seekers has increasingly come under international scrutiny. As Egypt approaches its next Universal Periodic Review of Human Rights, questions regarding its adherence to both national and international legal obligations
The rule of law is a cornerstone of democratic societies, ensuring everyone, including governing bodies, is accountable under the same laws. It is essential for maintaining democracy, security, human rights, and economic development. However, the global commitment to the rule of law is currently
The recent amendments to Pakistan's digital crimes legislation have sparked a heated debate, particularly concerning their implications for freedom of expression. The Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), initially introduced in 2016, aimed to tackle cybercrime, online harassment, and harmful
