Israel's biblical rights? Human rights are universal
No state should invoke religious doctrine to deny human rights to others.
Fundamental freedoms and human rights backslide under Anwar, says global report
Human Rights Watch says instead of fulfilling promises for reforms, Anwar Ibrahim's government expanded repressive powers to criminalise speech.
Statelessness in Sabah: A call to restore human dignity
By addressing statelessness, we not only correct a grave injustice, but also enrich society with contributions of those who have been marginalised for far too long.
Groups dismayed by Anwar's failure to protect human rights
Five civil society groups supportive of the prime minister's reform promises say it has been a disappointing two years.
Mum's citizenship comes a day too late for stateless woman
Fatimah has been without citizenship for four decades and is upset with government and opposition leaders alike
Global human rights alliance gives Putrajaya poor marks
Civicus cites a spate of arrests using various draconian laws as well as clampdown on free speech.
Singapore CJ loses cool as he dismisses challenge by death row inmates against new law
The prisoners, including four Malaysians, had to argue their case themselves as lawyers were afraid to represent them.
Is Malaysia set to become the pariah of the Muslim world?
Yes, if our MPs foolishly vote in favour of constitutional amendments that take away the citizenship rights of foundlings and orphans.
Rights body schools Saifuddin after 'bizarre' defence of citizenship law changes
Former MP and prominent lawyer N Surendran blasts home minister's reasoning on Rohingya refugees.
Human rights begin in Parliament, PN MP reminds govt during debate on Suhakam report
An opposition MP says the role of an MP is not limited to office work but also to provide conducive services to the public.
Israel on 'rampage' against human rights, new HRW chief says
A planned overhaul of the judiciary by Israel's religious-nationalist government would be 'a disaster' for human rights, HRW executive director Tirana Hassan says.
UN body rejects debate on China's treatment of Uighur Muslims in blow to West
The event raised political dilemmas for many poor countries in the 47-member council who are loath to publicly defy China for fear of jeopardising investment.
