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August 29, 2018 News Release

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August 29, 2018 News Release

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Pakistan: Ensure Ahmadi Voting Rights

Repeal Discriminatory Laws Against Religious Community

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June 28, 2018 Report

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Religious Persecution, Other Abuses

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EU Reticence, Inconsistency Enable Ongoing Crackdown

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May 22, 2018 News Release

China: Activist Convicted for Promoting Tibetan Language

Politically Motivated Trial Shows Beijing’s Contempt for Minority Rights

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April 2, 2018 News Release

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March 15, 2018 Report

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March 1, 2018 News Release

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