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U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF)

Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Again Designated as Religious Freedom Violators, Granted Waivers

Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Again Designated as Religious Freedom Violators, Granted Waivers

By Catherine Putz
Yet again, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan – alongside Saudi Arabia and Pakistan – have been granted waivers from sanctions related to their religious freedom violations.

USCIRF Again Highlights Violations of Religious Freedoms in Central Asia

USCIRF Again Highlights Violations of Religious Freedoms in Central Asia

By Catherine Putz
In its latest annual report, USCIRF recommends designating Tajikistan and Turkmenistan as "countries of particular concern" and asks for Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to be included on the special watch list for religious freedom violators.
Religious Freedom in Uzbekistan: Still Space for Reform

Religious Freedom in Uzbekistan: Still Space for Reform

By Catherine Putz
Despite some promising progress, USCIRF Chair Nury Turkel says Uzbekistan continues to severely restrict religious freedoms.

Afghanistan, China, India Among Asian Countries Accused of Violating Religious Freedom

Afghanistan, China, India Among Asian Countries Accused of Violating Religious Freedom

By Catherine Putz
USCIRF’s mandate is to make recommendations, but the State Department does not always designate the countries USCIRF recommends. 

Who Are Uzbekistan’s Remaining Religious Prisoners?

Who Are Uzbekistan’s Remaining Religious Prisoners?

By Catherine Putz
Despite thousands reportedly released since 2016, an estimated 2,000 remain jailed in Uzbekistan for political and religious reasons.

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China ‘in a Category by Itself’ of Religious Rights Violators

China ‘in a Category by Itself’ of Religious Rights Violators

By Bonnie Girard
An interview with Gary Bauer, commissioner of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom.

Why Are Peaceful Human Rights Activists Still Behind Bars in Vietnam?

Why Are Peaceful Human Rights Activists Still Behind Bars in Vietnam?

By Kasit Piromya
In the midst of a global pandemic, Vietnamese authorities must immediately and unconditionally release Nguyen Bac Truyen, and other prisoners of conscience like him.
Uzbekistan Must Stay on the Path of Religious Freedom Reform

Uzbekistan Must Stay on the Path of Religious Freedom Reform

By Nadine Maenza and Nury Turkel
Tashkent has made progress on the path toward greater religious freedom, but must remain vigilant to protect the gains it has made and continue to actively push forward.

US Religious Freedom Watchdog Highlights ‘Campaigns of Harassment and Violence’ Against Minorities in India

US Religious Freedom Watchdog Highlights ‘Campaigns of Harassment and Violence’ Against Minorities in India

By Ankit Panda
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom gave India its lowest rating in the annual report for 2020.

US Religious Freedom Report Signals Improvements in Uzbekistan

US Religious Freedom Report Signals Improvements in Uzbekistan

By Catherine Putz
For the first time in 15 years, USCIRF has recommended Uzbekistan not be deemed a country of particular concerns when it comes to religious freedom violations.

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