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Malaysia bans e-waste imports
Malaysia bans e-waste imports

Malaysia bans e-waste imports

Malaysia has imposed an immediate and complete ban on the import of electronic waste, or e-waste. The country's government has clearly stated that Malaysia will no longer be allowed to become the world's "dumping ground".

Bangladesh's proposal to withdraw reservation on enforced disappearance clause accepted at UN
Bangladesh's proposal to withdraw reservation on enforced disappearance clause accepted at UN

Bangladesh's proposal to withdraw reservation on enforced disappearance clause accepted at UN

A proposal submitted by Bangladesh to withdraw its reservation on Article 14(1) of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, aimed at effectively ensuring the right to compensation and rehabilitation for victims of state torture or enforced disappearance, has been approved at the United Nations.

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