ASEAN Human Rights Mechanism : Towards An Effective Human Rights System
Loading...
Date
2012-02
Authors
Ngu, Billy King Hieng
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Abstract
The region of South East Asia has multiple human rights problem but the creation of the
ASEAN Inter-governmental Commission on Human Rights was received with pessimism by
different quarters in the region. This thesis evaluates the effectiveness of the human rights
commission taking into consideration the regions background and socio-political landscape.
This thesis looks into the institutional factors of the AICHR that is the characteristics,
capacity and network in determining its effectiveness. It examines the approach of AICHR in
promoting and promoting human rights and also the challenge that present itself along the
way. The findings show that the ability of AICHR to promote and protect human rights is
skewed and that real power lies with member states. The commission lacks a powerful
mandate and there are multiple opportunities for AICHR to work with NGOs and CSOs in
the region. This study brings to light the window of opportunity for improvement and it is
suggestive that AICHR capitalise on it.
Description
Keywords
Human rights