Emigration and immigration
Immigration advocates and human rights organizations are denouncing the U.S. government's unprecedented decision to boycott the United Nations' Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, citing escalating abuse of immigrants and asylum seekers. The U.S. government has refused to participate in the review, which is scheduled for
Human rights
UK Justice Spokesman Robert Jenrick has proposed a new approach to immigration, advocating for a decade of net emigration and the detention of asylum seekers in camps. In an exclusive interview with The Spectator, Jenrick stated that the country needs "breathing space" after a period of mass migration,
Human rights
The Albanese government's Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2025 Measures No. 1) Bill 2025 has faced opposition from the Parliament of Australia, with Ms BOELE (Bradfield) expressing concern over its potential impact on individual rights and democratic norms. The bill, which aims to limit the rights of asylum seekers
Human rights
The State of Bahia's Oxe, Me Respeite Project - in schools has been selected by the Ministry of Education (MEC) as a national reference in the "Girls and Women" axis, highlighting its success in combating rights violations against marginalized groups. The project, implemented by the State
Deportation
Australian lawmakers have passed a law to quickly deport hundreds of people to small island nations, including Nauru, where they can be held indefinitely in limbo. This move echoes the policies of US President Donald Trump and draws on approaches pioneered by Australia itself. The law comes as Australia reached
Emigration and immigration
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering implementing digital ID cards to curb small boat crossings and illegal working, following pressure from senior ministers. The proposal echoes suggestions made by former Prime Minister Tony Blair, who was a proponent of the idea during his tenure. The Home Office is
Human rights
The Australian government has struck a A$400 million (US$260 million) deal with Nauru to deport 280 people to the small Pacific island nation, sparking widespread criticism and human rights concerns. The move is seen as a continuation of the government's punitive migration system, which has already
Emigration and immigration
As tensions rise over immigration, Labour Party leader Keir Starmer has vowed to heal a fractured Britain and deliver a better future for all. He made the comments as the party launched its "Best Start In Life" campaign, which aims to improve the lives of young people. In
Human rights
UN human rights experts have called on Pakistan to suspend its planned deportation of Afghan refugees, warning that the policy violates international law and endangers returnees. The experts condemn the repatriation as a breach of the fundamental non-refoulement principle, enshrined in human rights treaties and customary international law. The deportation,
Emigration and immigration
Reform UK, a conservative party, has proposed a deportation plan for asylum seekers arriving in small boats, sparking controversy with the Church of England over its potential impact on human rights. The party's leader, Nigel Farage, has announced plans to leave international agreements and rescind the Human Rights
Refugees
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to outline reforms to the asylum system and border security, following a summer dominated by criticism over the small boats crisis and asylum hotels. Cooper will highlight a record success in tackling people smugglers, with the National Crime Agency (NCA) leading 347 disruptions of
Refugees
Reform UK, a Brexit party founded by Nigel Farage, has introduced a migration policy that proposes deporting all asylum seekers who arrive in small boats, sparking a heated debate with the Church of England. The party plans to leave the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and deport individuals who
