3rd LAWASIA Human Rights
Conference 2022
20 August 2022
Jointly organised with The Malaysian Bar
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Human Rights in Times of War and Conflict
A joint initiative between LAWASIA and the Malaysian Bar
LAWASIA's Human Rights Committee, in conjunction with The Malaysian Bar, is pleased to invite the participation of members and legal professionals at the 3rd LAWASIA Human Rights Conference to be held online in a virtual format on Saturday, 20 August 2022.
This third LAWASIA Human Rights Conference, will provide a unique opportunity for lawyers and associated professional members to exchange insights and expertise on topics of significant importance to all.
The conference will explore a broad range of human rights issues pertinent to the Asia Pacific region, including:
- Human Rights in Times of War and Conflict
- The State of Human Rights in Myanmar: One Year Later
- Economic Sanctions and Human Liberty
- Hate Speech Laws as a Means to Avoid Conflict
- Vulnerable Groups in a Time of Conflict
- Human Rights and Security Laws
- Current Developments in International Criminal Justice
Event Details
Date: Saturday 20 August 2022
Cost: Complimentary and open to all
Time:
- 11:00 - 18:00 (Sydney/Canberra)
- 10:00 - 17:00 (Tokyo/Seoul)
- 09:00 - 16:00 (Hong Kong/Singapore/KL/Beijing/Taipei)
- 08:00 - 15:00 (Hanoi/Phnom Penh/Bangkok/Vientiane)
- 06:30 - 13:30 (Delhi/Colombo)
- 02:00 - 09:00 (London)
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
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Programme correct as at 16 August 2022 |
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OPENING CEREMONY President Karen CHEAH Yee Lynn | The Malaysian Bar President Melissa K PANG | LAWASIA 09:00 - 09:15 MYT |
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SESSION 1 09:15 - 10:15 MYT Bringing Dignity to the Displaced What are the obligations of nation states under international law in dealing with an influx of refugees fleeing a war zone? What are the rights of a refugees, and how best to encourage nation states to live up to their international law obligations? Moderator: Joanne Tsu Fae CHUA, IOM - UN Migration | MALAYSIA Panellists:
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SESSION 2 09:15 - 10:15 MYT Access to Justice in Times of War and Conflict How does the Judiciary and the legal system act in fulfilment of the State's responsibilities to protect and respect human rights in these situations? What are best practices for the promotion of universal respect and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms? What role can judges or lawyers play? Moderator: Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima David WONG Dak Wah | MALAYSIA Panellists:
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PLENARY SESSION 1 (10:15 - 11:00 MYT) Restoring Democracy in Myanmar The state of Human Rights in Myanmar one year after the military coup and addressing concrete steps the international community must take to restore democracy and the rule of law. Moderator: Christopher LEONG | MALAYSIA Panellists: Debbie STOTHARD | MYANMAR U Thein Oo, NUG Justice Minister | MYANMAR |
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SESSION 3 11:15 - 12:15 MYT Hate speech & Fake Speech Addressing hate speech as a means of avoiding conflict; How best to tackle disinformation, fake news and the manipulation of the internet; and the links between disinformation and hate speech. Moderator: DING Jo-Ann, Centre for Independent Journalism | MALAYSIA Panellists:
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SESSION 4 11:15 - 12:15 MYT Balancing Human Rights with National Security Laws In times of war, it is often said that national security must override fundamental freedoms. There are however best practices to ensure that the security of the polity can co-exist with basic individual human rights and freedoms. Moderator: Dato MAH Weng Kwai | MALAYSIA Panellists:
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PLENARY SESSION 2 (12:15 - 13:00 MYT) Human Rights and Armed Conflict Moderator: Shyam DIVAN | INDIA Panellists: Dr. Anton KORYNEVYCH, Ambassador-at-Large, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine | UKRAINE Mr. Denys MYKHAILIUK, Counsellor / Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Ukraine in Malaysia | UKRAINE |
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SESSION 5 14:00-15:00 MYT Economic Sanctions and Human Rights Economic sanctions have long been used by many nations against other nation states. However, state-based sanctions tend to harm vulnerable citizens the most. In this session, panellist will discuss, amongst others: -
Moderator: Kuhan MANOKARAN | MALAYSIA Panellists:
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SESSION 6 14:00-15:00 MYT Women & Children in Time of War and Conflict The position of women and children, and the protection of their human rights in times of war, are a matter of particular concern. Speakers will discuss the unique challenges facing them and strategize ways in which the international community can help to encourage warring nations to respect the rights of these groups even in times of war.
Moderator: Dr Holly DOEL-MACKAWAY | AUSTRALIA Panellists:
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PLENARY SESSION 3 (15:00 - 15:45 MYT) Current Developments in International Criminal Justice The Evolution of the International Criminal Court, ICC and the progression of the ICC in Year 2022. The relevance of Universal Jurisdiction, and the importance of International Criminal Justice globally and in the Asia-Pacific Region. Moderator: Yasushi HIGASHIZAWA | JAPAN Panellists: Karim A. A. KHAN QC, Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court | NETHERLANDS |
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CLOSING CEREMONY 15:45 - 16:00 MYT |
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6th Meeting of the LAWASIA Human Rights Lawyers’ Network 16:15 - 17:15 MYT The LAWASIA Human Rights Lawyers Network welcomes participation from any interested observers. |
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