Adopted and opened for signature, ratification and accession by General Assembly resolution 34/180 of 18 December 1979 entry into force 3 September 1981, in accordance with article 27(1) The States Parties to the present Convention, Noting that the Charter of the United Nations reaffirms faith in fundamental human rights, in the dignity […]
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Preamble Whereas recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world, Whereas disregard and contempt for human rights have resulted in barbarous acts which have outraged the conscience of mankind, and the […]
The Arab Convention for the Suppression of Terrorism a serious threat to human rights
Middle East and North Africa: “The Arab Convention for the Suppression of Terrorism”: a serious threat to human rights As Arab Ministers of Interior begin their annual meeting in Tunis on 10 January to discuss measures to combat “terrorism”, Amnesty International is calling for the Arab Convention for the Suppression of Terrorism to be amended […]
Universal Islamic Declaration of Human Rights
21 Dhul Qaidah 1401 – 19 September 1981 Contents Foreword Preamble I Right to Life II Right to Freedom III Right to Equality and Prohibition Against Impermissible Discrimination IV Right to Justice V Right to Fair Trial VI Right to Protection Against Abuse of Power VII Right to Protection Against Torture VIII Right […]