Tag: Judges and courts
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11 recommendations for proposed national human rights law
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The proposed National Human Rights Law must prioritise international law and extend protection to all displaced and stateless persons. A conflict-sensitive mandate, judicial-grade independence for commissioners, and mandatory government responses to findings are essential. Without these structural reforms, the Commission risks failing Myanmar’s most marginalised populations in a contested environment.
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Civil rights approach to accountability and transitional justice in Myanmar
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Accountability is not only about punishing physical atrocities. It requires dismantling the structural machinery of oppression. This submission to the UN’s review explains that true justice in Myanmar involves restoring the rule of law and ensuring the protection of fundamental freedoms.
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NUG must ensure transparent, independent,and rights-respecting corruption inquiry
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The investigation into allegations of misconduct and corruption within the Prime Minister’s Office offers a defining opportunity for the National Unity Government (NUG) to distinguish itself from the military regime.
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Fourth draft Sagaing Constitution lacks fundamental rights
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The fourth version of the draft Sagaing Constitution continues to mark a shift toward public participation and transparency in law-making and includes positive changes. However, significant human rights issues remain. Many essential civil and political rights are still missing, and new vague language has been introduced that could enable future violations.
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Analysing 4 years of journalist detentions in post-coup Myanmar
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The military detained 221 journalists from over 100 media outlets in the four years following the coup. Human Rights Myanmar assisted in the publication of ICNL’s comprehensive investigation into arrests, criminal proceedings, sentencing, and releases, highlighting specific rights violations. The report also examines the editorial positions of targeted media outlets and the distinct treatment of…
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Journalists under attack for defending Myanmar’s environment
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Myanmar journalists reporting on environmental degradation have faced systematic violence, arbitrary detention, and torture. Reporters investigating illegal mining, deforestation, and industrial pollution—vital to public health and democratic accountability—are deliberately targeted by the military and a manipulated justice system. This report highlights severe human rights abuses for the UN’s global review.
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Draft Sagaing constitution missing key rights
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The draft constitution is a step forward but should be strengthened to abolish the death penalty, ban cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment, guarantee the right to vote and the right to privacy. The draft should also be amended to enhance fair trial safeguards, ensure judicial independence, establish judicial review, and restrict emergency powers.
