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Human Rights
Women and Girls, A Commodity: Human Trafficking in Nepal
By Kiran Nazish
Sex trafficking is a growing problem in Nepal. The Diplomat's Kiran Nazish reports from Kathmandu.
UN Report Ups Pressure on North Korea…and China
By Jared Genser
Will a powerful report on human rights violations prompt the international community to act?
Why Xi Is Going to Sochi
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi's attendance at the Sochi Olympics is meant to offer support to Russia as Moscow faces critiques over human rights.
Striking a Balance in Cambodia
By Marta Kasztelan
International brands can no longer ignore human rights abuses in their supply chains.
Pardon Me, Mr. Putin
By Ankit Panda
Vladimir Putin has granted amnesty to a slew of political opponents in Russia. Why?
Beijing Bites Back at Wu'er Kaixi
Beijing’s refusal to allow Wu’er Kaixi back into China shows the government still has little patience for dissidents.
Sri Lanka Faces a Human Rights Curveball from China
China made an unexpected comment about Sri Lanka’s human rights record. What does that really mean?
China Embraces Peacekeeping Missions
A historical transformation is underway as China begins sending combat forces to UN operations.
Why Did Putin Grant Edward Snowden Asylum? Revenge.
The US has criticized Russia on human rights for years. With Snowden, Putin returned the favor.
A Global Times Editorial Blasts Chen Guangcheng
While taking aim at Chen, the editorial is clearly aimed at other dissidents who might want to follow in his footsteps.
China Slams America on Human Rights
The two countries trade barbs on human rights, with China making some interesting claims.
Activist Mam Sonando’s Glimmer of Hope
Cambodian land activist Mam Sonando awaits a verdict on his appeal to overturn charges of insurrection.