The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) urges the Attorney General’s Chamber to drop the charge of “obstructing a public servant” against human rights lawyer Siti Kasim. JAG urges the authorities to repeal all discriminatory laws and policies and to ensure Malaysia complies with international human rights law and standards.The charge against Siti Kasim violates the United Nations Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers. The Attorney General’s Chambers must drop the charge against her and comply with international human rights standards.
The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) urges the Attorney General’s Chamber to drop the charge of “obstructing a public servant” against human rights lawyer Siti Kasim. JAG urges the authorities to repeal all discriminatory laws and policies and to ensure Malaysia complies with international human rights law and standards.The charge against Siti Kasim violates the United Nations Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers. The Attorney General’s Chambers must drop the charge against her and comply with international human rights standards.
