Fwd: BURUNDI: UN EXPERT URGES DEFENCE OF HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVISTS TO PROMOTE TRANSPARENCY

Web version   New York Nov 25 2014 11:00AM   UN News Centre with breaking news from the UN News Service  Independent Expert on Human Rights Michel Forst. Photo: Jean-Marc Ferré BURUNDI: UN EXPERT URGES DEFENCE OF HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVISTS TO PROMOTE TRANSPARENCY The United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights defenders expressed regret today that defenders in Burundi are deemed to be political opponents, saying that in reality they are activists working to promote and protect human rights and civil liberties. Read more RELATED Burundi: UN officials urge vigilance, transparency as elections near Noting the current stability in Burundi's security situation, two United Nations officials briefing the Security Council today urged vigilance, but expressed confidence that the Government would continue on a path towards peace in the run-up to elections in 2015. Read more TOPICS Peace and Security -  Economic Development -  Humanitarian Aid -  Environment -  Human Rights -  UN Affais, Secretary-General -  Women, Children, Population -  Law, Crime Prevention -  Health, Poverty -  Culture, Education United Nations News Center mailing system If you have problems reading this, please consult the web version UN News Service Contact Radio News and Media

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