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A window of opportunity in the Middle East

Published by Irene Khan January 28th, 2007 in Davos07. 0 Comments

One of the key themes at the World Economic Forum has been the Middle East and there seems to be an opening to move forward on a political process. There is a note of optimism about a window of opportunity. Everyone seemed to agree that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is “the central issue fuelling instability in the region”.

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Terrorism: A comprehensive response, or an opportunity missed?

Published by Irene Khan January 25th, 2007 in Davos07. 0 Comments

Across the world, governments are actively undermining human rights in the name of the fight against terrorism. How far has this process of erosion actually inflamed terrorism, rather than staunching it – particularly given that these measures have all too often targeted and discriminated against those very communities whose support is needed to fight terrorism?

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