Resolution on the Human Rights Situation in Angola

Summary

The European Parliament expresses deep concern over deteriorating human rights, corruption, and political repression in Angola. It calls for the release of political prisoners and greater transparency in natural resource management.
10 10.09.2015
Other
justice
economy
human rights
social policy
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • General concern regarding the decline of democracy and human rights in Angola.
  • Increased repression of civil liberties, including freedom of speech and assembly.
  • Specific instances of arbitrary arrests and legal persecution of activists and journalists.
  • Serious allegations of violence by security forces, including reports of a massacre in Huambo.
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