Author: STOKE, HUGO, ASTRI SUHRKE, ARNE TOSTENSEN & OYSTEIN RYGG HAANAES (EDITORS)
Title: Human Rights in Developing Countries Yearbook 1997
Description: The Hague & Oslo: Kluwer Law International/Nordic Human Rights Publications, 1998. First Edition; First Edition. Original Wrappers. ISBN: 9041105379. 440 pages. With maps. With library stamps & labels. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Spine uncreased. ; The "Human Rights in Developing Countries Yearbook 1997" is a detailed examination of human rights practices and challenges across various developing nations during the year. This annual publication provides critical insights into the progress and setbacks in human rights within these regions, focusing on themes such as political freedoms, civil liberties, and the rule of law. The yearbook compiles reports and analyses from a diverse array of countries, highlighting specific issues such as judicial independence, freedom of expression, minority rights, and the treatment of vulnerable populations, including women and children. Each country profile assesses the government's efforts in implementing international human rights standards and the impact of domestic policies on these rights. Additionally, the yearbook discusses the role of international organizations and non-governmental organizations in advocating for human rights improvements and the challenges they face in these environments. The 1997 edition notably addresses the effects of rapid economic changes on human rights protections and the tension between traditional practices and modern legal frameworks, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the human rights landscape in developing countries during this period. ; Ex-Library; Octavo (standard book size). Good with no dustjacket .

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