Tag: Rule of Law
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Lino Anguzu Named DPP: Uganda’s Prosecution Leader
Uganda appoints Lino Anguzu as new Director of Public Prosecutions In a move that signals continuity and reform within Uganda’s criminal justice system, President Museveni has named Lino Anguzu as the country’s new Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). This follows the elevation of Hon. Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo to Principal Judge, a transition the…
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EU-Philippines Meet to strengthen Good Governance, Rule of Law and Human Rights in Brussels
EU-Philippines Fifth Subcommittee Meeting Focuses on Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights The European Union and the Republic of the Philippines held their Fifth Subcommittee Meeting on Good Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights in Brussels on 6 October, under the long‑standing EU-Philippines Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA). The gathering was co‑chaired by…
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EU-Philippines Joint Press Release: Fifth Subcommittee Meeting on Good Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights
Overview of the Fifth Subcommittee Meeting The European Union (EU) and the Philippines held the Fifth Subcommittee Meeting on Good Governance, Rule of Law, and Human Rights on 6 October in Brussels. This gathering, part of the EU-Philippines Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) framework, brought together senior officials from the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs…
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Public Pressure for Accountability: Filipinos Seek Justice Over Duterte-Era Drug War Deaths
Overview: A Nation Reassesses Accountability A recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, commissioned by the Stratbase Group, shows a notable shift in public sentiment regarding accountability for the killings linked to the Philippines’ anti-illegal drug campaign during former president Rodrigo Duterte’s administration. Conducted from September 24 to 30, the third-quarter poll interviewed 1,500 adult Filipinos…
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Filipinos Back Accountability for Duterte’s Drug War, SWS Survey Finds
Majority of Filipinos Support Accountability for Duterte’s Drug War A new Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, commissioned by the Stratbase Group, shows that a majority of Filipinos believe former president Rodrigo Duterte should be held accountable for the killings linked to his administration’s controversial anti-illegal drugs campaign. The third-quarter poll, conducted from September 24 to…
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Justice Department Indicts Letitia James After Trump Pressure
Overview: A High-Profile Indictment in Virginia A federal grand jury in Virginia has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and one count of making a false statement to a financial institution. The charges arrive after months of sustained public pressure from former President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly…
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Mauro Cid’s Conviction: Implications for Brazilian Politics
Introduction In a significant turn of events, the Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) of Brazil has voted in favor of condemning Mauro Cid for his attempt to abolish the state. This decision, spearheaded by Minister Luiz Fux, underscores the judiciary’s commitment to upholding the rule of law against attempts to undermine democratic institutions. The Case Against…
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Understanding Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the EU Address
Key Takeaways from Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the EU Address In her recent State of the European Union address, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, highlighted critical issues that resonate deeply within the continent. With a focus on sovereignty, rule of law, and fundamental freedoms, her speech aimed to…