ASIA: Weekly Roundup, Episode 29
Today, AHRC TV releases the 29th Episode of the Human Rights Asia Weekly Roundup.
The episode opens with an analysis of dramatic developments in Thailand. A Thai social activist, who wishes to remain
anonymous due to security concerns, speaks to AHRC TV about the recent coup d’état, which may be linked not just to the
battle between Red Shirts and Yellow Shirts but also to succession in the powerful monarchy.
Next, AHRC TV follows the case of brutal police torture in the Indian state of Assam that has resulted in a young man
losing his leg. AHRC TV speaks to the victim, Bhaben Gogoi, and interviews psychologist Dr. Rajat Mitra to comprehend
the layers of trauma that follow such a harrowing experience.
The AHRC objects to the passing of the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Act in Nepal; the Act opens the door to blanket amnesty for perpetrators of serious human
rights violations during Nepal’s conflict years. AHRC TV catches up with Supreme Court Advocate Dinesh Tripathi to
contextualize this legal development.
Lastly, AHRC TV tracks Pakistan’s notorious intelligence agency, the ISI, as it continues its offensive against free
speech in the country. After a failed assassination attempt on anchors of Geo Television, the ISI is trying to revoke
the channel’s broadcast licence.
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