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Australia: Strengthen Human Rights Sanctions Process

Better Civil Society Engagement, Bolder Determinations Needed

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‘Pact for the Future’ Should Promote Economic Justice, Healthy Environment

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Full Funding Provided Despite Ongoing Repression, Abuses

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Vietnam: Drop Charges, Release Democracy Campaigner

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Thailand: Human Rights Agenda for New Government

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