Human Rights and Democracy in Nicaragua: The Case of Francisca Ramirez

Summary

A resolution addressing the declining democratic standards and human rights violations in Nicaragua, specifically focusing on the repression of activist Francisca Ramirez and the controversial inter-oceanic canal project.
10 16.02.2017
Other
environment
human rights
political party
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The steady deterioration of democracy and the rule of law within Nicaragua.
  • Concerns regarding a long-term concession for an inter-oceanic canal that grants extensive powers to a private company.
  • The potential displacement of indigenous peoples and the failure to conduct necessary prior consultations.
  • The harassment, intimidation, and arbitrary detention of human rights defenders like Francisca Ramirez.
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