Universal jurisdiction and universal human rights: a global progression

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International law has largely been a set of norms and legal statutes that little power over internal state affairs. However, the proliferation of atrocities and oppression in many states has forced the international community, represented by the UN, to extend the jurisdictional boundaries of international law. Under present interpretation of international law, all states have the authority to adjudicate in human rights violations such as genocide, torture, hostage-taking, piracy, slave trading, apartheid, hijacking, war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Analysis, Interpretation and construction, Protection and preservation, International law, Intervention (International law), Military intervention

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Disaster or release? J.S. Furnivall and the bankruptcy of Burma

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J.S. Furnivall, foreign analyst of Burma's political and economic affairs, believes that a balance of nationalism and decentralization can help rejuvenate the Burmese economy. Furnivall, who wrote extensively on communism, socialism and colonialism in Burma, says that capitalism had led to economic stability but retarded the process of human welfare. Furnivall predicts the future disintegration and assimilation of Burma with China.

Economic aspects, Criticism and interpretation, Furnivall, J.S.

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Report on human rights in Burma: background and current status

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Human rights issues in Myanmar are examined in detail, including reasons for the government's policies, and hopes for political change.

Political aspects

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