Human Rights Situation in Indonesia

Summary

A joint resolution by the European Parliament expressing deep concern over human rights violations in Indonesia, including discrimination against LGBTI people, religious minorities, and journalists.
10 15.06.2017
Other
health
civil law
human rights
social policy
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • Condemnation of corporal punishment and persecution of LGBTI individuals, specifically in the province of Aceh and through mass arrests in Jakarta.
  • Call for the revision or repeal of blasphemy laws that put religious minorities at risk.
  • Urgent need to protect journalists from physical abuse and ensure media access to regions like Papua.
  • Demanding accountability for human rights violations and the protection of indigenous rights in Papua.
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