統一教会に対する解散請求裁判は、複数の点で法の「適正手続」の原則を踏みにじっている。
Religious Liberty
Violation of Judicial Independence and Due Process in the Unification Church Case in Japan. 1. Non-Respect of Article 14 ICCPR
The dissolution case against the Church violates due process of law on multiple grounds.
China, Religions Told to Strictly Enforce New Rules on Dealing with Foreigners
A conference in Beijing insisted that the regulations that came into force on May 1 should be strictly adhered to.
Karel Dobbelaere, Scientology, and Soka Gakkai
The Belgian scholar, who died in 2024, explored why the two movements should be considered full-blown religions.
Dalai Lama’s Succession: Unmasking the Chinese Communist Party’s Lies
Approval by the Chinese government was never the “most central step.” The “Golden Urn” Beijing mentions was used in a minority of cases and never replaced the traditional methods.
The Dalai Lama Turns 90: A Look at Tibet’s Future
His Holiness is aging, but his birthday is a day of joy and hope, not despair.
Russia, Church of the Last Testament: Vissarion Sentenced to Twelve Years
New religious movements continue to be repressed through accusations of brainwashing and extremism.
Zhejiang: Pastor Huang Yizi Arrested Again
The veteran Christian dissident has been arrested for the third time since 2014. He has faced continuous police harassment for eleven years.
USCIRF Releases New Report on Violations of Religious Liberty in Russia
The comprehensive document highlights the persecution of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Scientologists, Falun Gong practitioners, and others.
Pakistan: Weaponizing Blasphemy Laws for Stealing Land and Property
Sometimes, false accusations arise because neighbors covet the accused’s belongings.