Introduction—The Universal Periodic Review of Southeast Asia: A Regional Mapping

  • James Gomez
  • Robin Ramcharan
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Abstract

Southeast Asia in the early twenty-first century appeared to be shying away from liberal democracy, the rule of law and attendant rights. After impressive transitions across the region towards liberal rights-based governance enshrined in the ASEAN Charter of 2007, human rights appeared to be in regression as authoritarian governance surged. The Universal Periodic Review of the UN Human Rights Council, in which Southeast Asian civil society organizations participate actively, is a critical mechanism for the advancement of liberal democracy and human rights in the region.

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Authors and Affiliations

  • James Gomez
    • 1
  • Robin Ramcharan
    • 1
  1. 1.Asia CentreBangkokThailand

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