Australia fails on basic human rights standards for Indigenous people
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Australia has won a seat on the leading international human rights body, the UN Human Rights Council, however there has been much discussion regarding Australia’s suitability for the role.
The United Nations Human Rights Committee has reviewed Australia’s compliance with the International Covenant on Civil Political Rights.
The review shows that Australia is failing to meet a number of basic human right obligations, particularly involving Australia’s treatment regarding Indigenous people.
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