Roundtable Discussion on Relations Between Russia and ASEAN Explores Possible Avenues for Strengthening Ties

Quezon City, 25 November 2016 — The New Era University-ASEAN Studies Center hosted a roundtable discussion on “Russia’s Bilateral and Multilateral Relationship with the Philippines and ASEAN” on 25 November.  Featured as resource speaker was Dr. Ekaterina Koldunova, Deputy Dean, School of Political Affairs and Senior Expert, ASEAN Center, Moscow State Institute of International Relations, Ministry […]

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HRRC and University of Cambodia Joint Symposium on the Rights of the Youth in the AEC

The Human Rights Resource Centre (HRRC) and the University of Cambodia (UC) will be hosting a symposium on the theme “Risks and Opportunities: The Rights of the Youth in the AEC” in the afternoon of 9 December 2016 at the UC Conference Center, UC Main Campus in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It is envisioned that the […]

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The Habibie Center Marks its 17th Anniversary with Discussions on Regional Issues

Jakarta, 7 November 2016—The Habibie Center celebrated its 17th anniversary on 7 November 2016. The Habibie Center was established in 1999 as an initiative to promote democratic life and human rights in Indonesia. For the celebration, The Habibie Center held a series of events and discussions. The event begun with a discussion on “ASEAN and […]

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CSOs Highlight Opportunities for More Active Engagement Within ASEAN Human Rights Mechanisms

Forum Asia Consultation

Jakarta, 27 September 2016—FORUM-ASIA and the Solidarity for ASEAN Peoples’ Advocacies, for the ninth time, organized a regional consultation on ASEAN and human rights. Focusing on the theme “Strengthening Human Rights Protection through CSOs Participation in the ASEAN Human Rights Mechanisms,” the consultation was attended by representatives from AICHR, ACWC and ASEAN parliamentarians as well […]

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RSIS-CNA Panel Discussion Programme: Will There be an ASEAN 5 Years From Now?

Jakarta, 24 August 2016—On 24 August 2016, the ASEAN Foundation hosted the fourth live recording of the RSIS-CNA “Think Tank” Panel Discussion Programme, with the pressing question “Will There be an ASEAN 5 Years From Now?” as the theme. The show will be broadcasted on 31 August 2016 at 8:00 pm. RSIS-CNA has been organizing […]

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Human Rights Symposium for Youth: “Human Rights in the ASEAN Community Era”

The Faculty of Law, Universitas Indonesia, in collaboration with the HRRC, will be hosting the Human Rights Symposium for Youth: “Human Rights in the ASEAN Community Era” on 28-30 November 2016 at the University of Indonesia, Depok Campus. The conference will aim to spark discussions among students and academics on the impact of ASEAN Community on human rights, particularly […]

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HRRC Launches “Update on the Rule of Law for Human Rights in ASEAN: The Path to Integration”

Jakarta, 10 June 2016–Five years after the Human Rights Resource Centre’s inaugural “Rule of Law for Human Rights in the ASEAN Region: A Baseline Study,” the HRRC presented today its latest research study, “Update on the Rule of Law for Human Rights in ASEAN: The Path to Integration,” at a launch attended by distinguished guests […]

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Book Launch: ‘Update on the Rule of Law for Human Rights in ASEAN: The Path to Integration’

Five years after HRRC’s inaugural Rule of Law for Human Rights in the ASEAN Region: A Baseline Study, the Centre will be presenting an update of the baseline at a launch in Jakarta, Indonesia, in the afternoon of 10 June. The forthcoming study, Update on the Rule of Law for Human Rights in ASEAN: The Path to […]

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Asian Research Symposium Emphasises Comprehensive Multi-Disciplinary Model for Social Intervention

Depok, 25-26 April 2016—The Human Rights Resource Centre attended the first Asian Research Symposium, which was hosted by one of the Centre’s university partners, namely University of Indonesia. Held at the University of Indonesia’s campus in Depok, the symposium was attended by various researchers, academics, and scholars from universities and research centres all across Asia. […]

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