Nicaragua, human rights

US officials to investigate labor and human rights abuses in Nicaragua
A U.S. official says the Biden administration is opening an investigation into labor and human rights abuses in Nicaragua.
US trade office starts probe into Nicaragua human rights and labour abuses
Trade representative Katherine Tai denounced the government of Daniel Ortega for ‘repressive acts’ against critics.
US Launches Probe Into Human Rights and Labor Abuses in Nicaragua
Announced by U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, the investigation is authorized under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and aims to assess not only allegations of abuse but also the extent to which they affect commerce with the U.S. The probe must conclude within a year, with potential retaliatory measures contingent on its findings.
Nicaragua: Recent reforms to the Constitution are contrary to human rights treaties
Interactive dialogue on the oral update by the High Commissioner on the situation of human rights in Nicaragua 9 December 2024 Juan Carlos Arce Campos Colectivo Nicaragua Nunca Más Nicaraguans, as a result of the recent reforms to the Constitution,
UK Statement on Nicaragua Human Rights Update
Statement from the UK for the Intersessional dialogue on the interim oral update by the High Commissioner on the situation of human rights in
US Investigates Nicaragua for Labor and Human Rights Abuses
The Biden administration is launching an investigation into labor and human rights abuses in Nicaragua. The probe, lasting a year, underscores concerns over President Daniel Ortega's authoritarian rule and could impact US-Nicaragua trade relations.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is opening a labor abuse investigation into Nicaragua
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is opening a labor abuse investigation into Nicaragua.
Nicaragua tortured at least 229 political prisoners, rights group says
At least 229 people detained in Nicaragua for political reasons have suffered various forms of torture and other "crimes ...
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Crimes Against Humanity Unveiled in Nicaragua: Shocking Torture Allegations
A human rights NGO has reported that the Nicaraguan government has committed crimes against humanity by torturing 229 ...
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NCTO Statement On Launch Of U.S. Section 301 Investigation Into Nicaragua’s Acts, Policies, And...
WASHINGTON, DC — December 10, 2024 — National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas issued a statement today on the Biden administration’s initiation of a Section 301 ...
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UN warns of Nicaragua constitutional amendment granting president ‘virtually unlimited’ power
The UN Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua voiced grave concerns on Monday over newly enacted constitutional amendments, warning that the changes are an attempt to grant President Daniel ...
Nicaragua OKs reform to boost powers of president, wife
Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and his wife are set to assume absolute power after loyalist lawmakers Friday approved a ...