Der Inder Salil Shetty wird Mitte des nächsten Jahres die Nachfolge von Irene
Khan als internationaler Generalsekretär von Amnesty International antreten.
Dazu die folgende Pressemitteilung.
Weitere Informationen über ihn findet man hier:
http://fondation.afp.com/english/bio/salil-shetty.html
Montag, 21. Dezember 2009
Donnerstag, 17. Dezember 2009
Sonntag, 13. Dezember 2009
Donnerstag, 10. Dezember 2009
Dienstag, 8. Dezember 2009
Kriegsrecht im Süden der Philippinen - Die Geister, die ich rief
Präsidentin Arroyo hat durch eine Verordnung von 2006 eine Grundlage dazu gelegt, dass zivile Miliz-Hilfstruppen, sogenannte CVOs, lokal wie in Maguindanao als Privatarmeen lokaler Politiker eingesetzt werden können. Amnesty fordert jetzt in der Presseerklärung vom 8. Dezember 2009 den Widerruf der Verordnung und eine strikte Begrenzung des Kriegsrechtes.
Samstag, 5. Dezember 2009
Freitag, 4. Dezember 2009
Eilaktion - Urgent Action der AHRC zu den Philippinen
Drei Journalisten haben das Massaker in Maguindanao überlebt. Jetzt sind sie bedroht und fürchten um ihr Leben. Dazu eine Eilaktion - Urgent Action der Asian Human Rights Commission AHRC. Man kann den Appell dort auch anklicken.
Arroyo orders dismantling of private armies - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Arroyo orders dismantling of private armies - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Warum nicht schon früher? Hoffentlich wird es auch diesmal durchgeführt!
Warum nicht schon früher? Hoffentlich wird es auch diesmal durchgeführt!
Donnerstag, 3. Dezember 2009
Montag, 30. November 2009
Resolution der International Association of Democratic Lawyers zum Massaker in Maguindanao
Hier finden sie in Doktus den Text der Resolution
Donnerstag, 26. November 2009
Pressemitteilung Amnesty International zum Massaker in den Philippinen
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
PRESS RELEASE
November 26th 2009
Philippines: Witness protection needed to ensure justice for victims of massacre
The Philippine government must urgently ensure that witnesses are protected following the massacre of at least 57 people in Maguindanao province and safeguard vital forensic evidence to ensure those responsible are brought to justice, said Amnesty International.
Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr., a member of the powerful Ampatuan family that has dominated local politics in Maguindanao province in the country’s restive Mindanao region, is now under arrest and could face multiple murder charges. He has denied involvement.
“One of the major stumbling blocks to justice for human rights violations in the Philippines has been the intimidation of witnesses, at times accompanied by bribes or other inducements,” said Donna Guest, Amnesty International’s deputy Asia-Pacific director.
“Given the Ampatuan family’s history of using private militias to maintain their dominance in Maguindanao, there is every reason to fear for the safety of witnesses and the protection of evidence.”
Amnesty International pointed out that the inability of Philippines investigators to gather and process forensic and circumstantial evidence in prosecutions has led to an overreliance on eyewitness testimony.
Media footage from the scene of the massacre shows little evidence of proper collection of forensic evidence.
“The Philippine government has responded with encouraging speed and seriousness to this incident so far but they must demonstrate that they will put in place proper mechanisms to ensure there is transparent, credible accountability,” Guest said.
“This case, which has shocked the country and the world, cannot end in impunity as the vast majority of cases of political killings have in the past.”
Amnesty International called on the government of the Philippines to invite assistance from the international community in conducting the technical aspects of this investigation.
The European Union and the Philippine government have recently signed an agreement to improve the quality of investigations and prosecutions of extrajudicial executions in the Philippines.
Background
Most witnesses are reported to lack confidence in the current witness protection program, and fear that, given prolonged delays in criminal proceedings, it will not be able to offer protection to them or their families which may be needed to extend over a number of years.
In conjunction with lack of confidence in the impartiality of the police, fear of reprisals and a lack of an effective witness protection program, most investigations remain ineffective and fail to lead to the identification, arrest, trial and conviction of the perpetrators.
Public Document
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For more information please contact Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566 or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK www.amnesty.org
PRESS RELEASE
November 26th 2009
Philippines: Witness protection needed to ensure justice for victims of massacre
The Philippine government must urgently ensure that witnesses are protected following the massacre of at least 57 people in Maguindanao province and safeguard vital forensic evidence to ensure those responsible are brought to justice, said Amnesty International.
Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr., a member of the powerful Ampatuan family that has dominated local politics in Maguindanao province in the country’s restive Mindanao region, is now under arrest and could face multiple murder charges. He has denied involvement.
“One of the major stumbling blocks to justice for human rights violations in the Philippines has been the intimidation of witnesses, at times accompanied by bribes or other inducements,” said Donna Guest, Amnesty International’s deputy Asia-Pacific director.
“Given the Ampatuan family’s history of using private militias to maintain their dominance in Maguindanao, there is every reason to fear for the safety of witnesses and the protection of evidence.”
Amnesty International pointed out that the inability of Philippines investigators to gather and process forensic and circumstantial evidence in prosecutions has led to an overreliance on eyewitness testimony.
Media footage from the scene of the massacre shows little evidence of proper collection of forensic evidence.
“The Philippine government has responded with encouraging speed and seriousness to this incident so far but they must demonstrate that they will put in place proper mechanisms to ensure there is transparent, credible accountability,” Guest said.
“This case, which has shocked the country and the world, cannot end in impunity as the vast majority of cases of political killings have in the past.”
Amnesty International called on the government of the Philippines to invite assistance from the international community in conducting the technical aspects of this investigation.
The European Union and the Philippine government have recently signed an agreement to improve the quality of investigations and prosecutions of extrajudicial executions in the Philippines.
Background
Most witnesses are reported to lack confidence in the current witness protection program, and fear that, given prolonged delays in criminal proceedings, it will not be able to offer protection to them or their families which may be needed to extend over a number of years.
In conjunction with lack of confidence in the impartiality of the police, fear of reprisals and a lack of an effective witness protection program, most investigations remain ineffective and fail to lead to the identification, arrest, trial and conviction of the perpetrators.
Public Document
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For more information please contact Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566 or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK www.amnesty.org
Mittwoch, 25. November 2009
Dienstag, 24. November 2009
46 Tote bei dem Massaker auf den Philippinen
46 Tote, ein furchtbares Massaker
Die Frage ist: Warum hat die Regierung nicht schon lange die Privatarmeen entwaffnet und das Verbot durchgesetzt. Da nützt auch kein Ausnahmezustand.
Die Frage ist: Warum hat die Regierung nicht schon lange die Privatarmeen entwaffnet und das Verbot durchgesetzt. Da nützt auch kein Ausnahmezustand.
Montag, 23. November 2009
Pressemitteilung von Amnesty International zum 21-fachen politischen Mord in Maguindanao
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
PRESS RELEASE
November 23rd 2009
Philippines: Abduction and killings of journalists and politicians must be investigated
Amnesty International condemns the killings of at least 21 civilians, including journalists and members of a politician’s family, in the southern Philippines province of Maguindanao, the first reported killings linked to national elections to be held in May 2010.
A group of about 45 people were ambushed and abducted by about 100 armed men, according to reports. The military recovered the bodies of 13 women and eight men—some of them mutilated.
“These killings underline the danger facing civilians in the run up to the national elections. The authorities must immediately launch an independent and effective investigation into these murders and ensure that they do all they can to prevent killings and other violence,” said Donna Guest, Deputy Asia Pacific Director, Amnesty
International.
The sister and the wife of Esmael Mangudadatu, vice mayor of Buluan town, were on their way to file his certificate of candidacy as provincial governor when they were attacked. The province of Maguindanao witnessed widespread election violence during previous polls.
Amnesty International has been told that at least 12 journalists were part of the group who were targeted. It is not known how many journalists were killed.
Private armies, often employed by rich and politically influential families in Mindanao, have committed abuses with impunity.
“The government must prohibit and disband private armies and paramilitary forces immediately. The authorities should also establish clear standards on human rights protection and ensure their implementation, particularly during the election period when politically-motivated killings could increase.” said Donna Guest.
For more information please contact Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566
or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK www.amnesty.org
PRESS RELEASE
November 23rd 2009
Philippines: Abduction and killings of journalists and politicians must be investigated
Amnesty International condemns the killings of at least 21 civilians, including journalists and members of a politician’s family, in the southern Philippines province of Maguindanao, the first reported killings linked to national elections to be held in May 2010.
A group of about 45 people were ambushed and abducted by about 100 armed men, according to reports. The military recovered the bodies of 13 women and eight men—some of them mutilated.
“These killings underline the danger facing civilians in the run up to the national elections. The authorities must immediately launch an independent and effective investigation into these murders and ensure that they do all they can to prevent killings and other violence,” said Donna Guest, Deputy Asia Pacific Director, Amnesty
International.
The sister and the wife of Esmael Mangudadatu, vice mayor of Buluan town, were on their way to file his certificate of candidacy as provincial governor when they were attacked. The province of Maguindanao witnessed widespread election violence during previous polls.
Amnesty International has been told that at least 12 journalists were part of the group who were targeted. It is not known how many journalists were killed.
Private armies, often employed by rich and politically influential families in Mindanao, have committed abuses with impunity.
“The government must prohibit and disband private armies and paramilitary forces immediately. The authorities should also establish clear standards on human rights protection and ensure their implementation, particularly during the election period when politically-motivated killings could increase.” said Donna Guest.
For more information please contact Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566
or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK www.amnesty.org
Donnerstag, 12. November 2009
Mittwoch, 11. November 2009
Dienstag, 27. Oktober 2009
Demolition ?!
Ob das der Auftakt für rücksichtslose Vertreibung der Urban Poor sein wird?
Demolition of illegal structures along Metro waterways allowed - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Demolition of illegal structures along Metro waterways allowed - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Montag, 12. Oktober 2009
Columban Priester ín Mindanao entführt
Die "Missionary Society of St. Columban" berichtet auf ihrer Website (http://www.columban.org/content/view/424/1/) über das Kidnapping des Columbaner Priesters Fr. Michael Sinnott in Mindanao und bittet um Gebete und weitere Aktionen.
Sonntag, 11. Oktober 2009
Donnerstag, 1. Oktober 2009
Montag, 28. September 2009
Donnerstag, 30. Juli 2009
Präsident Obama trifft Präsidentin Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
Obama muss beim Treffen Druck auf Präsidentin Macapagal-Arroyo Druck wegen der Morde der Todesschwadronen von Davao ausüben. Die Täter und Verantwortlichen müssen ermittelt und verurteilt werden. Obama solle die Präsidentin auch fragen, ob sie sich noch von Bürgermeister Rodrigo Duterte von Davao City beraten lasse, der ja verdächtigt werde, hinter den Todesschwadronen Davao Death Squads zu stehen. Diese Forderungen von Human Rights Watch auf der Internetseite der Washington Times vom 30.Juli zitiert der Philippine Daily Inquirer am 30. Juli 2009.
Dienstag, 28. Juli 2009
Donnerstag, 23. Juli 2009
Menschenrechtsbilanz der Regierung von Präsidentin Arroyo
Der Philippine Daily Inquirer publizierte am 23. Juli 2009 unter dem Titel "9 YEARS OF ARROYO: A REVIEW : Human rights violations rise, Culture of impunity prevailing" eine Menschenrechtsbilanz der Regierung von Präsidentin Arroyo von Leila de Lima, Vorsitzende der philippinischen Menschenrechtskommission CHR. Fazit: Menschenrechtsverletzungen nehmen zu!
Mittwoch, 22. Juli 2009
Präsidentin Arroyo denkt über Wiedereinführung der Todesstrafe nach
Nach einem Bericht des Philippine Daily Inquirer vom 21. Juli 2009 denkt Präsidentin Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo über die Wiedereinführung der Todesstrafe - zumindest für Drogendelikte - nach, nachdem Angehörige eines Drogensyndikats die Tochter eines Regierungsangestellten entführt und vergewaltigt haben.
Mittwoch, 8. Juli 2009
Exmitglied der Davao Todesschwadronen packt aus
Philippine Daily Inquirer vom 8. Juli 2009 berichtet, ein ehemaliges Mitglied der Davao Death Squads (DDS) habe gegenüber Father Amado Picardal, Vorsitzender der Antivigilantismusorganisation Coalition Against Summary Execution (CASE), detaillierte Informationen über die summarischen Hinrichtungen der Todesschwadronen gegeben. In Davao City sollen die DDS verantwortlich für die summarische Hinrichtung von mehr als 800 Opfern sein.
Dienstag, 7. Juli 2009
Stellungnahme von Amnesty International zur Serie von Bombenattentaten in Mindanao
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
PUBLIC STATEMENT
For Immediate release
July 7th 2009
Philippines: Multiple bombings in Mindanao are unlawful attacks on Civilians
Amnesty International condemns five bombing incidents in several areas in Mindanao that have killed at least 12 people and injured approximately 90, the overwhelming majority of them civilians. The attackers chose to target civilians going about their daily business in town centres and busy public places. This shows contempt for the most fundamental principles of humanity.
Such deliberate attacks against civilians can never be justified under any circumstances. Individuals’ right to life must be protected at all times, and the civilian population must never be treated as expendable tools for achieving political or ideological ends. Amnesty International has repeatedly and consistently condemned attacks against civilians and indiscriminate attacks, regardless of whether they were carried out by armed groups or by government troops, in the region and elsewhere.
The attacks took place in Datu Piang, Maguindanao, Cotabato City, Iligan City and Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte, and Jolo, Sulu—towns and cities that have all experienced previous attacks and bombings in the context of the ongoing armed conflict between Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) as well as other armed groups like the Abu Sayyaf.
No armed group has claimed responsibility for the bombings. Officers from the Philippine military have accused the MILF of carrying out the Cotabato and Maguindanao attacks. In turn, the MILF leadership has repeatedly denied responsibility and has attributed the attacks to the military, saying that there is a “bigger agenda” behind the bombings.
For the Sulu bombing, the Philippine military points at armed group Abu Sayyaf. While there is no apparent link between the bomb attacks in mainland Mindanao and the explosion in Sulu, the military is looking at regional armed group Jemaah Islamiyah as a common link, drawing from previous intelligence that its members have conducted bomb-making trainings for insurgent armed groups in Mindanao.
Amnesty International calls for an immediate end to all bombings and other attacks which target civilians as well as all indiscriminate attacks. The organisation reminds all sides to the armed conflict that they are obliged to comply with the rules of international humanitarian law, and in particular Common Article 3 of the 1949 Geneva Conventions, which prohibits any attacks on persons “taking no active part in the hostilities.”
The Philippine government must initiate prompt, independent investigations into the attacks and to bring those responsible to justice in proceedings that meet international standards of fairness. It must not react to the bombings with any measures which themselves violate human rights.
Additional information
On 4 July at approximately 6:45 pm, an improvised explosive device detonated about 100 meters away from the mayor’s residence in Datu Piang, Maguindanao province in Central Mindanao, injuring three people.
On 5 July at around 8:40 am, a bomb exploded in a city street in front of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Cotabato City, Central Mindanao. Six people were killed, including an 11-year old boy and a 15-month old baby. At least 34 were injured, including two of the baby’s siblings aged 11 years and 9 years.
On 6 July at 11pm, two of several explosives strapped to a tower of an electric power company in Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte province in North-central Mindanao went off. There were no reported casualties.
On 7 July at 7:45 am, an explosive placed inside a motorcycle parked near the Mount Carmel Church in Jolo, Sulu detonated killing six people and injuring some 40 others. Two other similar explosives, hidden in boxes, were neutralised in the surrounding area.
On the same day, at 10:30 am in Iligan City, a bomb planted inside a car parked near the city pier exploded, wounding 16 people including three soldiers. An army jeep was parked beside the vehicle where the bomb exploded.
Ends
Public Document
For more information please call Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566 or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK
www.amnesty.org
PUBLIC STATEMENT
For Immediate release
July 7th 2009
Philippines: Multiple bombings in Mindanao are unlawful attacks on Civilians
Amnesty International condemns five bombing incidents in several areas in Mindanao that have killed at least 12 people and injured approximately 90, the overwhelming majority of them civilians. The attackers chose to target civilians going about their daily business in town centres and busy public places. This shows contempt for the most fundamental principles of humanity.
Such deliberate attacks against civilians can never be justified under any circumstances. Individuals’ right to life must be protected at all times, and the civilian population must never be treated as expendable tools for achieving political or ideological ends. Amnesty International has repeatedly and consistently condemned attacks against civilians and indiscriminate attacks, regardless of whether they were carried out by armed groups or by government troops, in the region and elsewhere.
The attacks took place in Datu Piang, Maguindanao, Cotabato City, Iligan City and Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte, and Jolo, Sulu—towns and cities that have all experienced previous attacks and bombings in the context of the ongoing armed conflict between Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) as well as other armed groups like the Abu Sayyaf.
No armed group has claimed responsibility for the bombings. Officers from the Philippine military have accused the MILF of carrying out the Cotabato and Maguindanao attacks. In turn, the MILF leadership has repeatedly denied responsibility and has attributed the attacks to the military, saying that there is a “bigger agenda” behind the bombings.
For the Sulu bombing, the Philippine military points at armed group Abu Sayyaf. While there is no apparent link between the bomb attacks in mainland Mindanao and the explosion in Sulu, the military is looking at regional armed group Jemaah Islamiyah as a common link, drawing from previous intelligence that its members have conducted bomb-making trainings for insurgent armed groups in Mindanao.
Amnesty International calls for an immediate end to all bombings and other attacks which target civilians as well as all indiscriminate attacks. The organisation reminds all sides to the armed conflict that they are obliged to comply with the rules of international humanitarian law, and in particular Common Article 3 of the 1949 Geneva Conventions, which prohibits any attacks on persons “taking no active part in the hostilities.”
The Philippine government must initiate prompt, independent investigations into the attacks and to bring those responsible to justice in proceedings that meet international standards of fairness. It must not react to the bombings with any measures which themselves violate human rights.
Additional information
On 4 July at approximately 6:45 pm, an improvised explosive device detonated about 100 meters away from the mayor’s residence in Datu Piang, Maguindanao province in Central Mindanao, injuring three people.
On 5 July at around 8:40 am, a bomb exploded in a city street in front of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Cotabato City, Central Mindanao. Six people were killed, including an 11-year old boy and a 15-month old baby. At least 34 were injured, including two of the baby’s siblings aged 11 years and 9 years.
On 6 July at 11pm, two of several explosives strapped to a tower of an electric power company in Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte province in North-central Mindanao went off. There were no reported casualties.
On 7 July at 7:45 am, an explosive placed inside a motorcycle parked near the Mount Carmel Church in Jolo, Sulu detonated killing six people and injuring some 40 others. Two other similar explosives, hidden in boxes, were neutralised in the surrounding area.
On the same day, at 10:30 am in Iligan City, a bomb planted inside a car parked near the city pier exploded, wounding 16 people including three soldiers. An army jeep was parked beside the vehicle where the bomb exploded.
Ends
Public Document
For more information please call Amnesty International's press office in London, UK, on +44 20 7413 5566 or email: press@amnesty.org
International Secretariat, Amnesty International, 1 Easton St., London WC1X 0DW, UK
www.amnesty.org
Donnerstag, 2. Juli 2009
Politische Morde in Davao City
Treibhaus der Gewalt
800 Opfer von Todesschwadronen im südphilippinischen Davao: Die Stadtoberen geben sich ahnungslos und beschwören »law and order«
Artikel vom 27.6.09 in Junge Welt von Rainer Werning
800 Opfer von Todesschwadronen im südphilippinischen Davao: Die Stadtoberen geben sich ahnungslos und beschwören »law and order«
Artikel vom 27.6.09 in Junge Welt von Rainer Werning
Samstag, 27. Juni 2009
Wieder ein politischer Mord auf den Philippinen
Der Arzt Rogelio Peñera wurde am 24. Juni 2009 aus einem Hinterhalt erschossen. Er soll auf einer Hinrichtungsliste des Militärs gestanden haben, weil er Arme behandelt hat. Dafür galt er als Kommunist. Einzelheiten findet man im Philippine Daily Inquirer von 27. Juni.
Wieder Anwältin in den Philippinen erschossen
Am 21. Juni wurde die Anwältin Mary Jane Arada in Cebu erschossen. Sie war beauftragte Leiterin der Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza). Vermutlich wurde sie von Sicherheitspersonal des Unternehmens getötet.
Einzelheiten finden Sie im Sunstar vom 22. Juni und im Sunstar vom 26. Juni
Einzelheiten finden Sie im Sunstar vom 22. Juni und im Sunstar vom 26. Juni
Freitag, 17. April 2009
In the Philippines, a Political Bloodbath Persists
Am 3. April 2009 veröffentlichte das linke Internetmagazin Bulatlat ein Video mit dem Titel: "In the Philippines, a Political Bloodbath Persists".
Dort berichtet Marie Hilao Enriquez, die Vorsitzende der Menschenrechtsorganisation Karapatan, über die immer noch fortgesetzten politischen Morde auf den Philippinen.
Hier das Video:
Dort berichtet Marie Hilao Enriquez, die Vorsitzende der Menschenrechtsorganisation Karapatan, über die immer noch fortgesetzten politischen Morde auf den Philippinen.
Hier das Video:
EU fischt vor den Philippinen
Am 11. April 2009 wurde im Deutschlandfunk eine Sendung zu Fischerei und Küstenschutz auf den Philippinen von Thomas Kruchem ausgestrahlt:
Europas Meere sind überfischt. Deswegen werden nun die Gewässer vor Entwicklungsländern wie dem Senegal, Mauretanien oder den Philippinen geleert. Damit verschärft die EU-Fischereipolitik den Hunger und die Armut in den ohnehin schon armen Ländern.
Dazu liegt der Text im Deutschlandradio vor.
Europas Meere sind überfischt. Deswegen werden nun die Gewässer vor Entwicklungsländern wie dem Senegal, Mauretanien oder den Philippinen geleert. Damit verschärft die EU-Fischereipolitik den Hunger und die Armut in den ohnehin schon armen Ländern.
Dazu liegt der Text im Deutschlandradio vor.
Polizei von Davao del Sur sieht Untersuchung der Menschenrechtskommission gefasst entgegen
Mitglieder von Regierung und Verwaltung der Provinz Davao del Sur begrüßen laut Philippine Daily Inquirer vom 16. April 2009 die Untersuchung der mehr als 800 Vigilantenmorde in der Provinz durch die Menschenrechtskommission CHR. Sie halten allerdings die Behauptungen von Human Rights Watch, die Morde gingen auf das Konto der sogenannten Davao Death Squads - mit Unterstützung von Mitgliedern der Polizei - für falsch. Eine solche Todesschwadron gäbe es nicht.
Mittwoch, 8. April 2009
Bericht von Human Rights Watch zu Morden in Davao
Human Rights Watch hat einen 103-seitigen Bericht über die Morde durch Todesschwadronen in Davao City veröffentlicht. Darin werden schwere Vorwürfe gegen Bürgermeister Rodrigo Duterte erhoben. Er unterstütze zumindest durch Duldung die Morde der Todesschwadronen an Kriminellen und Straßenkindern. Allein seit Anfang Januar 2009 zählt HRW 33 Morde.
In YouTube gibt es zum Thema einen Videoclip von Marta Ortigas vom arabischen Sender Al Jazeera vom März 2009.
In YouTube gibt es zum Thema einen Videoclip von Marta Ortigas vom arabischen Sender Al Jazeera vom März 2009.
Dienstag, 31. März 2009
Landraub
Es geht um den Aufkauf von Land bzw. "Landleasing" durch ausländische Regierungen bzw. Organisationen (eher Konzerne) zum Zwecke der Nahrungsmittelproduktion für diese Länder. Zum Beispiel haben die Vereinigten Arabischen Emirate, aber auch andere vorwiegend arabische Länder, in denen es ja auch viele philippinische Fremdarbeiter gibt, schon Verträge mit der Regierung der Philippinen geschlossen, um dort einen Teil ihres eigenen Bedarfes an Nahrungsmitteln zu decken.
Bei "Grain.org" gibt es dazu eine gute weltweite Übersicht mit sehr vielen Beispielen auf den Philippinen, wer zu welchem Zwecke (meist Nahrungsmittelanbau) Land kauft/least/mietet.
http://www.grain.org/briefings/?id=212
Bei "Grain.org" gibt es dazu eine gute weltweite Übersicht mit sehr vielen Beispielen auf den Philippinen, wer zu welchem Zwecke (meist Nahrungsmittelanbau) Land kauft/least/mietet.
http://www.grain.org/briefings/?id=212
Montag, 30. März 2009
Menschenrechtskommission untersucht 800 Morde an Kriminellen in Davao City
Die philippinische Kommission für Menschenrechte CHR untersucht mehr als 800 Morde, darunter 73 an jugendlichen Kriminellen oder Straßenkindern, die seit 1998 in Davao City überwiegend an Kriminellen begangen wurden. Allein im Februar dieses Jahres waren es 33 Morde. Die Vorsitzende der CHR, Leila de Lima, äußerte laut Philippine Daily Inquirer vom 30. März 2009 größte Besorgnis an der öffentlichen Akzeptanz dieser Morde. Sie werden den sogenannten Davao Death Squads, also Todesschwadronen, nachgesagt. Dem Bürgermeister von Davao City, Rodrigo Duterte, werden zumindest heimliche Sympathien für diese Todesschwadronen zugeschrieben, obwohl er es offiziell abstreitet. Dennoch hat er noch im Februar Kriminelle als legitime Ziele für Ermordung bezeichnet, solange er Bürgermeister in Davao sei.
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