Despite decades of persecution, new incarnations of the banned qigong group continue to appear in China.
Religious Liberty
Unification Church: Japan’s Dissolution Order and International Law. 2. “Prescribed by Law”?
The restriction to freedom of religion the court imposed cannot be considered to be “prescribed by law” within the meaning of Article 18.3 of the Covenant.
Two Tibetan Monks “Disappeared” into the Chinese Jail System
The detentions of Samten Gyatso and Jamyang Samten highlight the ongoing repression of support for the Dalai Lama in Tibetan monasteries.
Unification Church: Japan’s Dissolution Order and International Law. 1. Violating the Believers’ Rights
A detailed analysis by a leading French lawyer in preparation for the review of the case by Japan’s Supreme Court.
China Uses “Buddhist Friendship” in Seoul to Advance Its Religious Policy Agenda
A CCP-controlled delegation promotes Beijing’s line while regional partners intensify pressure on the Unification Church, Shincheonji, and other groups labeled as “cults.”
The Unhealthy China-Kazakh Rapprochement: Mass Imprisonment of Anti-China Protesters
Multiple jail terms hit members of the activist group Atajurt, which China has long sought to destroy.
Tax and Legal Reform League Protests in Taiwan
The Tai Ji Men case exposes systemic flaws in which fabricated evidence and unlawful tax bills went unchallenged for 30 years.
Quebec’s Bill 9: When Secularism Treats Religion as a Problem
A sweeping prohibition on prayer, worship, and faith‑based identity in public life raises profound constitutional and human rights concerns
統一教会に対する東京高裁の決定 6. 誰が信者を守るのか
裁判所は、個々の信者が差別を受けることはないと保証する。だが現実はそれとは異なる。
A Graphic Testament to Courage: “Blood & Water” Remembers Shahbaz Bhatti
A new graphic novel captures the faith, dignity, and defiant humanity of Pakistan’s martyred minister for minorities