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  • Published on Aug 6, 2018

    Donald Trump 'is increasing risk of journalists being attacked'

    Donald Trump’s attacks on the press increases the risk of violence against journalists, the United Nations (UN) expert on freedom of expression has warned. UN and Inter-American experts on freedom of expression have condemned the US president and urged to …

    Source: The Independent
  • Published on Aug 6, 2018

    Personal experiences around the question of assisted dying law

    Molly Meacher, Lesley Mary Close, Carole Stuart-McIvor and Brendan Kelly respond to the UK supreme court’s ruling that medical teams and relatives may sometimes decide to withdraw treatment from comatose patients without going to law The supreme court …

    Source: The Guardian
  • Published on Aug 3, 2018

    Trump’s Attacks on Media Violate Basic Norms of Press Freedom, Human Rights Experts say

    Democracy, Editors' Choice, Featured, Global, Headlines, Human Rights, North America, Press Freedom, TerraViva United Nations | Opinion David Kaye is the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression for the United Nations and Edison Lanza is Special …

    Source: International Youth Leadership Network
  • Published on Dec 13, 2017

    French cement group Lafarge destroyed computer hard drives and tried to hide elements from an investigation into the ...

    They were speaking at a news conference on the course of French prosecutors’ preliminary inquiry into Lafarge’s operations launched in June on suspicion of “financing of a terrorist enterprise”. The lawyers for rights group Sherpa accused Lafarge of not …

    Source: France 24
  • Published on Jul 14, 2018

    Australia condemned over human rights record

    Australia has been grilled over its human rights record this week, appearing in the hot seat before the UN Human Rights Council for a performance review on Monday. The review kicked off on the same day as news of riots at Christmas Island, with detainees …

    Source: The New Zealand Herald
  • Published on Jul 12, 2018

    Characters in Zimbabwe’s next chapter

        With a new leader and high-stake elections planned for the middle of the year,  here is a look at some of the faces likely to make an impact in the year ahead   Jah Prayzah - Military rhythms   Born Mukudzeyi Mukombe, the musician serendipitously …

    Source: Africa Report
  • Published on Sep 15, 2017

    Lawyer Who Worked for Egypt’s Disappeared Himself Vanishes An Egyptian human rights lawyer went missing at the Cairo ...

    Hours later one of Mr. Hegazy’s friends received a message, sent from Mr. Hegazy’s phone, saying he was about to take off. But Mr. Hegazy never landed in Geneva. He turned up two days later when another lawyer, having heard of Mr. Hegazy’s disappearance, …

    Source: The New York Times
  • Published on Sep 14, 2017

    Lawyer Who Worked for Egypt’s Disappeared Himself Vanishes An Egyptian human rights lawyer went missing at the Cairo ...

    Hours later one of Mr. Hegazy’s friends received a message, sent from Mr. Hegazy’s phone, saying he was about to take off. But Mr. Hegazy never landed in Geneva. He turned up two days later when another lawyer, having heard of Mr. Hegazy’s disappearance, …

    Source: The New York Times
  • Published on Jul 6, 2018

    Syrian Arab Republic: Human Rights Council adopts six resolutions, including on Syria, extends mandates on Belarus and ...

    MORNING 6 July 2018 (excerpts) Requests Two-Day Global Consultation on Business and Human Rights The Human Rights Council this morning adopted six resolutions, including on Syria. It extended for one year the mandates of the Special Rapporteurs on Belarus …

    Source: Relief Web
  • Published on Jul 6, 2018

    Human Rights Council adopts six resolutions, including on Syria, extends mandates on Belarus and on Eritrea

    MORNING 6 July 2018 (excerpts) Requests Two-Day Global Consultation on Business and Human Rights The Human Rights Council this morning adopted six resolutions, including on Syria. It extended for one year the mandates of the Special Rapporteurs on Belarus …

    Source: Relief Web
  • Published on Jul 7, 2018

    International support for Budapest Pride march

     BBJ  Friday, July 6, 2018, 13:45 More than 100 CEOs will march together at Budapest Pride tomorrow (Saturday). Meanwhile, the embassies of 34 countries around the world expressed their support for the rights of LGBT communities. Business leaders from …

    Source: Budapest Business Journal
  • Published on Jul 6, 2018

    China, Russia fail to curb activists' role at U.N. rights forum: campaigners

    GENEVA (Reuters) - China, Russia and Pakistan lost their bid on Friday to weaken a U.N. resolution upholding the crucial rule of activists in shedding an international spotlight on human rights violations, campaigners said. FILE PHOTO: U.N. Human Rights …

    Source: Reuters
  • Published on Jul 6, 2018

    China, Russia fail to curb activists' role at U.N....

    By Reuters Published: 12:01 EDT, 6 July 2018 | Updated: 12:01 EDT, 6 July 2018 By Stephanie Nebehay GENEVA, July 6 (Reuters) - China, Russia and Pakistan lost their bid on Friday to weaken a U.N. resolution upholding the crucial rule of activists in …

    Source: Charleston Daily Mail
  • Published on May 10, 2017

    News24.com | China frees human rights lawyer on bail - Amnesty

    Beijing - China has freed a prominent human rights lawyer on bail, Amnesty International said on Wednesday, after he admitted to his crimes in what critics called a show trial. Xie Yang, who had worked on cases considered politically sensitive by China…

    Source: News24
  • Published on May 10, 2017

    China frees human rights lawyer on bail – Amnesty

    Beijing - China has freed a prominent human rights lawyer on bail, Amnesty International said on Wednesday, after he admitted to his crimes in what critics called a show trial. Xie Yang, who had worked on cases considered politically sensitive by China…

    Source: News
  • Published on May 8, 2017

    Prominent human rights lawyer Xie Yang's delayed trial begins in China

    BEIJING: The trial of a prominent Chinese human rights lawyer began on Monday without prior public notice, following delayed proceedings in the case which sparked international concern after allegations he was tortured. Xie Yang, who had worked on …

    Source: The New Indian Express
  • Published on Apr 25, 2017

    Trial of China human rights lawyer delayed: Supporters

    CHANGSHA: A Chinese court indefinitely postponed the trial of a prominent human rights lawyer on Tuesday, his supporters said, in a case that has sparked international concern after allegations he was tortured. Xie Yang, who had worked on numerous cases …

    Source: The Sun Daily
  • Published on Apr 27, 2017

    Tories set to quietly drop pledge to axe European human rights law

    1/65 24 April 2017 101-year-old Man Kaur from India celebrates after competing in the 100m sprint in the 100+ age category at the World Masters Games at Trusts Arena in Auckland Getty Images 2/65 24 April 2017 101-year-old Man Kaur of India …

    Source: The Independent
  • Published on Mar 20, 2017

    Canada, 10 other countries call out China for torturing human rights lawyers

    Eleven countries have jointly called on the Chinese government to investigate reports of torture against human rights lawyers and urged Beijing to abandon a controversial detention system that holds suspects in secret locations for months at a time. The …

    Source: The Globe and Mail
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Software IP - October 30, San Francisco

Date: 30-Aug-18 to 30-Aug-18
At a time when there is a growing consensus over a potential change to the laws concerning patent eligible subject matter in the United States, IAM’s Software IP returns this October to provide industry professionals across the software community a unique platform to discuss patentability and protection. Key topics include: -The current state of the software IP landscape -The patentability of software globally -Best practices for protecting software IP -Aligning open source with patents -Software patent monetisation -The challenges ahead with IP in an AI world Attendees will equally benefit from fantastic networking opportunities and can potentially ear up to 5.5 CLE hours! Register with code 200OFF to save $200 off your place upon registration!

IBA Europe-Caucasus-Asia Forum - September 2018

Date: 05-Sep-18 to 07-Sep-18
Location: Almaty / Kazakhstan
Topics include: • Cross-border projects in the ECA region: avoiding mismatches • What standards of professional regulation investors/clients expect for their lawyers in the emerging markets: a gap between expectations and reality • Astana International Financial Center: new opportunities for investors in the ECA region • Mineral resource development: trends across the region • Data privacy regulations: local vs exterritorial laws - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - the art of risk-management • How to become an arbitrator • Key pitfalls of Public-private partnership (PPP) projects in the emerging markets: why do you need a strong legal team • Procurement of legal services: quality, loyalty and conflict of interests

Power Purchase Agreement - Johannesburg

Date: 17-Sep-18 to 20-Sep-18
“Structuring successful Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), managing competitive electricity markets & attracting merchant power investments” Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) http://www.infocusinternational.com/ppa Dates & Locations: 20 - 23 March 2018, Perth 23 - 26 April 2018, Dubai 17 - 20 September 2018, Johannesburg 19 - 22 November 2018, Singapore Overview There are many moving pieces affecting the future of electric power development in emerging market. Unlike the past Independent Power Project models, which featured standardised take-or-pay contracts – today’s market demands more innovative incentives to ensure better availability, better performance, as well as more attractive and sustainable mixtures of fuel sources. Economies throughout the region ...

Patent Licensing

Date: 18-Sep-18 to 18-Sep-18
As the licensing landscape remains uncertain in many of the world’s major markets, it has never been more important for licensors and licensees to stay up to speed on deal-making best practices and the changing legal and regulatory environments. Returning for the fourth year, IAM’s Patent Licensing 2018 will provide delegates with indispensable insight into the key domestic U.S. and global licensing trends. Don’t miss the opportunity to: • Hear the latest updates, insights and best practices for adapting your licensing strategy to ensure that it thrives in turbulent market • Gain insight into the dos and don’ts of licensing transactions from licensees and • Determine the best strategy for licensing across • Learn the secrets of closing successful licensing ...

Journeys in Intellectual Property: Perspectives from Physics and Technology

Date: 20-Sep-18 to 20-Sep-18
Intellectual property (IP) is important to many companies across physics, technology and other related sectors. And while IP means different things to different companies, one thing remains the same – it has a crucial part to play in facilitating their growth. IP needs are ever-changing and considerations will constantly evolve over a business cycle. At this event, speakers from a diverse range of organisations will give different perspectives on what IP means to them. They will discuss their IP journeys, why they chose to pursue protection and what they have learned, and they will share their recommendations. IP experts will also be on hand with a brief update on IP protection, keeping you up to speed with the latest developments. So whether you’re only just starting to consider IP, ...

Free Trustee Training Workshops - Autumn 2018

Date: 25-Sep-18 to 25-Sep-18
8 DATES AVAILABLE INCLUDING HARROGATE, MANCHESTER, NEWCASTLE AND The programme, released nearer the date of the seminars, will cover: Setting the scene with the Charity Commission’s current regulatory approach and the new Charity Governance Code, we will explore the need for trustees to take responsibility for their organisation and how boards are responding to recent intense scrutiny of the sector; The legal duties and responsibilities of charity trustees, looking at Board effectiveness and its role, how this role relates to the work of the Chief Executive, conflicts of interest, decision-making, minute taking and delegation to Chief Executives and committees; Trustees’ responsibilities for both external and internal financial reporting, examining key areas such as the ...

20th ICPLR 2018 - International Conference on Psychology & Language Research (Sri Lanka), 25 Oct - 26 Oct, 2018

Date: 25-Oct-18 to 26-Oct-18
Location: Colombo / Sri Lanka
Conference Name: 20th ICPLR 2018 - International Conference on Psychology & Language Research (Sri Lanka), 25 Oct - 26 Oct, 2018 Registration:https://www.gplra.org/registration-form.php?id=65&status=registration Conference Dates: 25-26 October 2018 Conference Venue: Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: 24 October 2018 Contact E-Mail ID: info@gplra.org GPLRA President: Prof. Dahlia R. Domingo Themes: Language for Specific Purposes (LSP),Language for Occupational Purposes (LOP), Language support programmes, Developing language skills in learners, Learning and teaching strategies, Learning styles, Language testing and measurement, Interpersonal & intercultural communication, E-learning, Cognitive development approach in ...

Singapore – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 13-14 Nov 2018

Date: 13-Nov-18 to 14-Nov-18
Location: Singapore / Singapore
Conference Name: Singapore – International Conference on Research in Social Science & Humanities (ICRSSH), 13-14 Nov 2018 Registration: https://eurasiaresearch.org/conference/singapore-icrssh-13-14-nov-2018~registration-and-payment Conference Dates: 13-14 November, 2018 Conference Venue: Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Executive Centre, Singapore Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: 12 November, 2018 Contact E-Mail ID: sshra@eurasiaresearch.org Organising Scholarly Association: Social Science & Humanities Research Association (SSHRA) SSHRA List of Members: Click Here SSHRA President: Associate Prof. Marek Matejun, Department of Management, Faculty of Organization and Management, Lodz University of Technology, Poland Conference Language: ...

Power Purchase Agreement - Singapore

Date: 19-Nov-18 to 22-Nov-18
Location: Singapore / Singapore
“Structuring successful Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), managing competitive electricity markets & attracting merchant power investments” Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) http://www.infocusinternational.com/ppa Dates & Locations: 20 - 23 March 2018, Perth 23 - 26 April 2018, Dubai 17 - 20 September 2018, Johannesburg 19 - 22 November 2018, Singapore Overview There are many moving pieces affecting the future of electric power development in emerging market. Unlike the past Independent Power Project models, which featured standardised take-or-pay contracts – today’s market demands more innovative incentives to ensure better availability, better performance, as well as more attractive and sustainable mixtures of fuel sources. Economies throughout the region ...
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