Ethnic Issues
Democracy, Human Rights Political Freedom
Learning Library
English en
HTML
This site features a news article about the forcible relocation practices of the Burmese Army. It recounts that Burmese troops have burnt down entire villages in Shan State and that approximately 100,000 Burmese troops backed by forces of the United Wa State Army (UWSA) are implementing a counter insurgency strategy against the Shan State Army.
Human Rights Watch, http://hrw.org
Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
U.S.A.
NGO/CSO
Human Rights Watch is dedicated to protecting the human rights of people around the world. We stand with victims and activists to prevent discrimination, to uphold political freedom, to protect people from inhumane conduct in wartime, and to bring offenders to justice. It investigates and exposes human rights violations and hold abusers accountable. It challenges governments and those who hold power to end abusive practices and respect international human rights law. It enlists the public and the international community to support the cause of human rights for all.
Ethnic Issues
They Came and Destroyed Our Village Again: The Plight of Internally Displaced Persons in Karen State