Law and Human Rights
Law and Human Rights
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Law and Human RightsDeath Penalty Has Little to No Effect in Deterring Crime – Let’s Put an End to It
As different methodologies and professions analysing different sets of data produce conflicting results, it might be illogical to continue using the deterrent effect to defend the use of the death penalty.
By Chia Chu Hang -
Domestic Policy
The critical need for social media to be subject to greater regulation
The new regulation should usher in a more safe or amiable environment for everyone.
By Jason Loh -
Law and Human Rights
The Hannibal Directive – additional charge against Israel at the ICC
In light of the Hannibal Directive, it’s hoped that the Lead Prosecutor of the ICC can now add one more criminal charge to the list of criminal responsibilities.
By Jason Loh -
Law and Human Rights
Enough is enough – expel Israel from the UN
Should the UN continue to “sit by” whilst the aggressor doggedly treats UNSC and UNGA resolutions with utter contempt?
By Jason Loh -
Law and Human Rights
A Genocidal Rampage On A Rumble
Given the extent to which Gazans have been bombed to pulp, nearly 1.7 million of them confined to Rafah, famine and malnourishment have long crept in; with potential deadly and generational implications. Why ?
By Rais Hussin -
Foreign Policy
Responsibility to protect – the strategic role of the Multinational Islamic Defence Force
There’s no question of R2P's legitimate application under any condition or situation, including in Gaza.
By Jason Loh -
Foreign Policy
Responsibility to protect – undertake military action to prevent Gaza displacement
Consider this as part and parcel of the UN’s “responsibility to protect” (R2P) doctrine under international law.
By Jason Loh -
Foreign Policy
The US must compel Israel to cease and desist from genocide
The Biden administration must warn Netanyahu officially and personally, cut off all aid to Israel at once and immediately suspend any military exercises and operations.
By Jason Loh -
Foreign Policy
Pressure must be exerted on the Chief Prosecutor of the ICC
It's critical that the outcome of the ICJ proceedings should only intensify the pressure against the Chief Prosecutor of the ICC to act, finally.
By Jason Loh -
Education and Social Policy
The Minister is right in banning “Gay is OK!”
Allowing for homosexuality to be promoted will eventually result in open challenge to the constitutional and legal order of the country.
By Jason Loh
