4 Feb 2021

Amnesty challenges Nauru to walk the talk on human rights

From , 6:02 am on 4 February 2021

Amnesty International is challenging Nauru to walk the talk when it comes to transparency about its Human Rights situation.

The Pacific Island country is undergoing its periodic review at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva.

Among the concerns raised by peers is the Nauru government's interference in the Judiciary, the welfare of refugees sent to the island by Australia, the jailing of political opponents and  prohibitive visa fees for journalists wanting to visit the country.

Amnesty International's Pacific Researcher Kate Schuetze told Koroi Hawkins that throughout the proceedings Nauru was defensive and critical of outside criticism.

Refugees gather at Nauru airport for transfer to the US, 11-6-20.

Refugees gather at Nauru airport for transfer to the US, 11-6-20. Photo: Refugee Action Coalition