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Human Rights Concerns in Rwanda: The Case of Victoire Ingabire

Summary

This motion addresses the political imprisonment of Rwandan opposition leader Victoire Ingabire and expresses deep concern over deteriorating human rights, freedom of expression, and judicial independence in Rwanda.
10 06.10.2016
Other
civil law
human rights
political party
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The European Parliament expresses serious concern over the political imprisonment and unfair trial of Victoire Ingabire.
  • There are alarming reports regarding the disappearance of political activists and journalists in Rwanda.
  • Specific laws in the penal code are being used to restrict freedom of expression.
  • The motion reminds Rwanda of its obligations under international agreements to promote human rights and democracy.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda, notably the case of Victoire Ingabire JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda, the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda, the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda: the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda: the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda, the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda, the case of Victoire Ingabire MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Rwanda: the case of Victoire Ingabire Rwanda, the case of Victoire Ingabire
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