UAE under human rights scrutiny – 200 civil societies groups sign warning letter to the cop28 participating Governments
UAE is under human rights scrutiny ahead of the COP28 United Nations climate summit scheduled for later this year, over 200 civil society groups have united in a concerted effort to address pressing human rights concerns. Directed towards the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the host nation for this pivotal event, and all participating governments, their…
Climate movement must be aware of the threats the UAE poses ahead of COP28
Three human rights organizations, FairSquare, the Emirates Detainees Advocacy Centre, and ALQST for Human Rights, have jointly released a briefing titled "Well of Fear: extraction and autocracy in the UAE" to shed light on the threats posed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the climate justice movement. This comes ahead of the UAE's hosting…
UAE: how to restrict public discussion of climate change and human rights
In anticipation of the upcoming 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is facing mounting scrutiny for its efforts to suppress open debate on climate change and human rights. Recent revelations by the Centre for Climate Reporting have exposed the UAE's strategy to…
Modern-Day Slavery in the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has a foundation built upon human suffering that starkly contradicts its outward opulence. Millions of South Asian migrants, primarily from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, are enticed by the promise of high wages and stability that the UAE seemingly offers.
The UAE's deeply entrenched kafala system and exploitative labor practices persistently…
Climate Change, Human Mobility, and the Africa Climate Summit
Climate Change, Human Mobility, and the Africa Climate Summit. The world grapples with the far-reaching impacts of climate change. As such, the link between environmental shifts and human mobility has become undeniable. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is taking the lead in urging concrete steps to address the urgent issue of climate-induced migration. Particularly…
The Effects of Exploitative Recruitment and Human Trafficking
The Effects of Exploitative Recruitment and Human Trafficking. Vulnerable individuals are driven by the desire for a better life and economic stability. And they often become ensnared in deceptive schemes that promise employment but lead to exploitative working conditions akin to modern-day slavery. This article delves into the harrowing effects of exploitative recruitment and human…
Human trafficking: Philippine president urges increased actions
Human trafficking: Philippine president urges increased action. Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the President of the Philippines, has directed the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (Iacat) to intensify their endeavors against human trafficking. This action aims to uphold the country's Tier 1 classification, the highest designation conferred by the US State Department.
As per Malacaang, the President intends…
Daughters’ Tragic Tale: Forced into UAE Prostitution by Pakistani Mother
Daughters' Tragic Tale: Forced into UAE Prostitution by a Pakistani Mother. A Pakistani mother forces her daughters into prostitution in the UAE.
Emirates 24/7 reported in March 2016 that a Pakistani mother had been caught forcing her two teenage daughters into prostitution after bringing them to the UAE. The mother was heard before the Dubai…
Migration, War and Climate Change
Migration, War and Climate Change: The perfect conditions for Human trafficking. Human trafficking, a global crisis often hidden in plain sight, is a multifaceted issue that intersects with migration, war, climate change, and poverty in devastating ways. In this article, we look into the correlation between these interconnected factors and the persistent problem of human…
Caught in Shadows: Dubai Sex Trafficking Ring Preys on Bangladeshi Teen
Caught in Shadows: Dubai Sex Trafficking Ring Preys on a Bangladeshi Teen. A Bangladeshi teen falls victim to Dubai sex trafficking ring.
Sinthia, a 16-year-old dancer from Dhaka, Bangladesh, was enticed by the prospect of a lucrative employment chance at a five-star hotel in Dubai in 2019. Seeking to support her family financially, Sinthia contacted…