Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC）, the system for the legal protection of human rignts under socialism with Chinese characteristics has experienced innowtive development. In part...Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC）, the system for the legal protection of human rignts under socialism with Chinese characteristics has experienced innowtive development. In particular, the Decision on Certain Key Issues on Comprehensively Deepening Reform, which was adopted by the Third Plenary Session of the 18th CPC Central Committee, has made major reform arrangements related to the system and mechanisms for the legal protection of human rights under socialism with Chinese characteristics. Taking the theoretical and practical innovations since the 18th CPC National Congress in the protection of human rights as its perspective, this, article discusses new realms and new highlights in the legal protection of human rights.展开更多
Foreword Respecting and protecting human rights is a constitutional principle in China.It also reflects the will and pursuit of the Communist Party of China(CPC),the Chinese government and the Chinese people.The judic...Foreword Respecting and protecting human rights is a constitutional principle in China.It also reflects the will and pursuit of the Communist Party of China(CPC),the Chinese government and the Chinese people.The judiciary is the last line of defense to safeguard social fairness and justice,and judicial protection of human rights is an important展开更多
The 16th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC） held in 2003 set thetask of promoting the reform of China＇s judicial system, a task seen as of strategic importance to the country＇s development. Sh...The 16th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC） held in 2003 set thetask of promoting the reform of China＇s judicial system, a task seen as of strategic importance to the country＇s development. Shortly afterwards, the CPC Central Committee set up the Leading Group for the Judicial System Reform （LGJSR）.展开更多
Wan Exiang, professor of the Law School of Wuhan University, doubles as justice and vice-president of China's Supreme People's Court. He is also vice-chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuom...Wan Exiang, professor of the Law School of Wuhan University, doubles as justice and vice-president of China's Supreme People's Court. He is also vice-chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang, one of the democratic parties in China, and member of the Tenth National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's highest consulting body. Prof. Wan is reputed in China and abroad for his achievements in study of international human rights laws and also as the founder of the Wuhan University Center for Protection of the Rights of the Underprivileged in Society, the first of its kind ever set up in the country. Since its founding a decade ago, the center has won a fame for the quality legal services it renders to needy people in their tens of thousands, including disabled people, juveniles, women and workers laid off from state-owned enterprises in the course of China's economic restructuring. While a press favorite at home, the center has received coverage by the NHK TV of Japan, Washington Post of the United States, Phoenix TV of Hong Kong and numerous other media outside the Chinese mainland. Following is an interview with Prof. Wan Exiang, in which he discussed how human rights are protected under China's legal system and in what ways the system should be improved.展开更多
Question： Would you elaborate on the progress China has made under the state policy of reform and opening-up in improving the system of administrative litigation？ Answer： Efforts-in this reguard began in 1982, with...Question： Would you elaborate on the progress China has made under the state policy of reform and opening-up in improving the system of administrative litigation？ Answer： Efforts-in this reguard began in 1982, with publication of the Law of Civil Procedures （for trial implementation）.展开更多
December 2017 Contents PreambleⅠ.Improving the Legal Framework to Ensure Human RightsⅡ.Promoting Law-based Administration to Protect the Citizens’Lawful Rights and InterestsⅢ.Effectively Enhancing Judicial Protect...December 2017 Contents PreambleⅠ.Improving the Legal Framework to Ensure Human RightsⅡ.Promoting Law-based Administration to Protect the Citizens’Lawful Rights and InterestsⅢ.Effectively Enhancing Judicial Protection of Human RightsⅣ.Consolidating Social Mechanisms for Legal Protection of Human RightsⅤ.Strengthening the CPC Leadership over Legal Protection of Human RightsⅥ.Actively Promoting the Development of Global Human Rights Under the Rule of Law展开更多
Back in August 2004, the Standing Committee of the National People＇s Congress, the highest legislature of China, published the Decision on Improving the People＇s Assessor System （hereinafter referred to as the Deci...Back in August 2004, the Standing Committee of the National People＇s Congress, the highest legislature of China, published the Decision on Improving the People＇s Assessor System （hereinafter referred to as the Decision）. Since it became effective on May 1, 2005, the Decision has proved important to ensuring the right of citizens to participate in activities of adjudication in accordance with the law. It has helped expand judicial democracy and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the litigant parties.展开更多
The Chinese government pays special attention to promoting and ensuring human rights according to law. In 2001, the NPC standing committee reviewed 30 bills, revised the trademark law, the copyright law, the marriage ...The Chinese government pays special attention to promoting and ensuring human rights according to law. In 2001, the NPC standing committee reviewed 30 bills, revised the trademark law, the copyright law, the marriage law and the trade union law and adopted Amendment Ⅲ to the criminal law in the light of terrorist activities. The judge law and the procuratorator law have changed the system for the appointment of judges and procurators and for acquiring the qualifications of lawyers. The revised laws provide for a unified展开更多
One. On the constitutional principle for human rights In March 2004, the Constitution of the People’s Republic of China was revised at the Second Session of the Tenth National People’s Congress (NPC). The clause tha...One. On the constitutional principle for human rights In March 2004, the Constitution of the People’s Republic of China was revised at the Second Session of the Tenth National People’s Congress (NPC). The clause that "The state shall respect and protect human rights" was written into the Constitution for the first time, thus making the policy of the Chinese government and the ruling Communist Party for respecting and protecting human rights a constitutional principle and the will of the people and the state. The revision means stronger protection for human rights in China, and it is meant to promote the development of the country’s human rights cause in its展开更多
Criminal law involves crucial rights of the public,including property rights,political rights,freedom,and even life.As a result,on the one hand,any change to the rule by criminal law may have a significant impact on p...Criminal law involves crucial rights of the public,including property rights,political rights,freedom,and even life.As a result,on the one hand,any change to the rule by criminal law may have a significant impact on people’s lives;on the other hand,any change to the rule by criminal law is a highly sensitive issue.In view of these points,the rule by criminal law is often referred to as the seismograph for the protection of human rights,indicating the utmost importance of rule by criminal law展开更多
The 19;National Congress of the Communist Party of China established Xi Jinping’s socialist ideology with Chinese characteristics in a new era,and opened up a new era for the socialist construction with Chinese chara...The 19;National Congress of the Communist Party of China established Xi Jinping’s socialist ideology with Chinese characteristics in a new era,and opened up a new era for the socialist construction with Chinese characteristics.This indicates the direction for China’s human rights cause to move towards a new era,which has laid展开更多
Over the past 40 years of reform and opening up,the Party and the State have gained a richer and deeper understanding of human rights.In 1997,the 15;Communist Party of China National Congress Report put forward"r...Over the past 40 years of reform and opening up,the Party and the State have gained a richer and deeper understanding of human rights.In 1997,the 15;Communist Party of China National Congress Report put forward"respect for human rights".In 2004,the idea that"the State respects and protects human rights"was written into展开更多
On March 26,2023,a Seminar on Chinese Democracy and Human Rights Protection was held,jointly organized by the National Human Rights Education and Training Base and the Human Rights Research Center of Central South Uni...On March 26,2023,a Seminar on Chinese Democracy and Human Rights Protection was held,jointly organized by the National Human Rights Education and Training Base and the Human Rights Research Center of Central South University under the guidance of the Chinese Society for Human Rights Studies.The event adopted a combination of online and offline channels.Over 30 experts and scholars from universities,research institutions,and practical departments across the country participated in extensive discussions on“Theoretical and Practical Aspects of Chinese Democracy and Protection of Human Rights.”The seminar aimed to focused on the essence,characteristics,advantages,and human rights implications of Chinese democracy and interpreted the concept of Chinese democracy and the protection of human rights through academic and theoretical methods.展开更多
In the 1990 s,Russia set up its system of human rights commissioners Although it does not have a long history,the system has been basically established,and it has played an important role in promoting the protection o...In the 1990 s,Russia set up its system of human rights commissioners Although it does not have a long history,the system has been basically established,and it has played an important role in promoting the protection of human rights and social development in Russia,as well as responding to unfriendly comments from the international community At the same time,Russia’s system of human rights commissioners remains insufficient in compulsory execution,the division of functions and powers,sources of funding,legal status,and operational efficiency These problems originate from deficient organizational design and external factors,including historical conditions,domestic politics,and international politics In the near future,Russia should strive to improve and develop its system of human rights commissioners under the cautious consideration of both internal and external factors.展开更多
International migration mainly happens between the North and the South Mig rant workers have made important contributions to the inclusive growth and sustainable development of world economy, but their human rights a...International migration mainly happens between the North and the South Mig rant workers have made important contributions to the inclusive growth and sustainable development of world economy, but their human rights are often violated In recent years, frequent extreme terrorists attacks and large-scale refugee influxes have triggered anti-for eign sentiment and policies in developed countries, which expose migrant workers to an unprecedented human rights crisis The International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families is an important convention adopted by the United Nations that specially protects human rights of migrant workers However, as the convention has not been ratified by major developed countries where most migrant workers seek employment, the protection regime has an empty shell Developing countries where most migrant workers originate from should strengthen cooperation among themselves and urge developed countries to fulfill the duty of human rights protection by normalizing the status of migrant workers and that of members of their families in employment countries and ratifying the convention as soon as possible.展开更多
文摘Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC）, the system for the legal protection of human rignts under socialism with Chinese characteristics has experienced innowtive development. In particular, the Decision on Certain Key Issues on Comprehensively Deepening Reform, which was adopted by the Third Plenary Session of the 18th CPC Central Committee, has made major reform arrangements related to the system and mechanisms for the legal protection of human rights under socialism with Chinese characteristics. Taking the theoretical and practical innovations since the 18th CPC National Congress in the protection of human rights as its perspective, this, article discusses new realms and new highlights in the legal protection of human rights.
文摘Foreword Respecting and protecting human rights is a constitutional principle in China.It also reflects the will and pursuit of the Communist Party of China(CPC),the Chinese government and the Chinese people.The judiciary is the last line of defense to safeguard social fairness and justice,and judicial protection of human rights is an important
文摘The 16th National Congress of the Communist Party of China （CPC） held in 2003 set thetask of promoting the reform of China＇s judicial system, a task seen as of strategic importance to the country＇s development. Shortly afterwards, the CPC Central Committee set up the Leading Group for the Judicial System Reform （LGJSR）.
文摘Wan Exiang, professor of the Law School of Wuhan University, doubles as justice and vice-president of China's Supreme People's Court. He is also vice-chairman of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang, one of the democratic parties in China, and member of the Tenth National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's highest consulting body. Prof. Wan is reputed in China and abroad for his achievements in study of international human rights laws and also as the founder of the Wuhan University Center for Protection of the Rights of the Underprivileged in Society, the first of its kind ever set up in the country. Since its founding a decade ago, the center has won a fame for the quality legal services it renders to needy people in their tens of thousands, including disabled people, juveniles, women and workers laid off from state-owned enterprises in the course of China's economic restructuring. While a press favorite at home, the center has received coverage by the NHK TV of Japan, Washington Post of the United States, Phoenix TV of Hong Kong and numerous other media outside the Chinese mainland. Following is an interview with Prof. Wan Exiang, in which he discussed how human rights are protected under China's legal system and in what ways the system should be improved.
文摘Question： Would you elaborate on the progress China has made under the state policy of reform and opening-up in improving the system of administrative litigation？ Answer： Efforts-in this reguard began in 1982, with publication of the Law of Civil Procedures （for trial implementation）.
文摘December 2017 Contents PreambleⅠ.Improving the Legal Framework to Ensure Human RightsⅡ.Promoting Law-based Administration to Protect the Citizens’Lawful Rights and InterestsⅢ.Effectively Enhancing Judicial Protection of Human RightsⅣ.Consolidating Social Mechanisms for Legal Protection of Human RightsⅤ.Strengthening the CPC Leadership over Legal Protection of Human RightsⅥ.Actively Promoting the Development of Global Human Rights Under the Rule of Law
文摘Back in August 2004, the Standing Committee of the National People＇s Congress, the highest legislature of China, published the Decision on Improving the People＇s Assessor System （hereinafter referred to as the Decision）. Since it became effective on May 1, 2005, the Decision has proved important to ensuring the right of citizens to participate in activities of adjudication in accordance with the law. It has helped expand judicial democracy and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the litigant parties.
文摘The Chinese government pays special attention to promoting and ensuring human rights according to law. In 2001, the NPC standing committee reviewed 30 bills, revised the trademark law, the copyright law, the marriage law and the trade union law and adopted Amendment Ⅲ to the criminal law in the light of terrorist activities. The judge law and the procuratorator law have changed the system for the appointment of judges and procurators and for acquiring the qualifications of lawyers. The revised laws provide for a unified
文摘One. On the constitutional principle for human rights In March 2004, the Constitution of the People’s Republic of China was revised at the Second Session of the Tenth National People’s Congress (NPC). The clause that "The state shall respect and protect human rights" was written into the Constitution for the first time, thus making the policy of the Chinese government and the ruling Communist Party for respecting and protecting human rights a constitutional principle and the will of the people and the state. The revision means stronger protection for human rights in China, and it is meant to promote the development of the country’s human rights cause in its
文摘Criminal law involves crucial rights of the public,including property rights,political rights,freedom,and even life.As a result,on the one hand,any change to the rule by criminal law may have a significant impact on people’s lives;on the other hand,any change to the rule by criminal law is a highly sensitive issue.In view of these points,the rule by criminal law is often referred to as the seismograph for the protection of human rights,indicating the utmost importance of rule by criminal law
文摘The 19;National Congress of the Communist Party of China established Xi Jinping’s socialist ideology with Chinese characteristics in a new era,and opened up a new era for the socialist construction with Chinese characteristics.This indicates the direction for China’s human rights cause to move towards a new era,which has laid
文摘Over the past 40 years of reform and opening up,the Party and the State have gained a richer and deeper understanding of human rights.In 1997,the 15;Communist Party of China National Congress Report put forward"respect for human rights".In 2004,the idea that"the State respects and protects human rights"was written into
文摘On March 26,2023,a Seminar on Chinese Democracy and Human Rights Protection was held,jointly organized by the National Human Rights Education and Training Base and the Human Rights Research Center of Central South University under the guidance of the Chinese Society for Human Rights Studies.The event adopted a combination of online and offline channels.Over 30 experts and scholars from universities,research institutions,and practical departments across the country participated in extensive discussions on“Theoretical and Practical Aspects of Chinese Democracy and Protection of Human Rights.”The seminar aimed to focused on the essence,characteristics,advantages,and human rights implications of Chinese democracy and interpreted the concept of Chinese democracy and the protection of human rights through academic and theoretical methods.
文摘In the 1990 s,Russia set up its system of human rights commissioners Although it does not have a long history,the system has been basically established,and it has played an important role in promoting the protection of human rights and social development in Russia,as well as responding to unfriendly comments from the international community At the same time,Russia’s system of human rights commissioners remains insufficient in compulsory execution,the division of functions and powers,sources of funding,legal status,and operational efficiency These problems originate from deficient organizational design and external factors,including historical conditions,domestic politics,and international politics In the near future,Russia should strive to improve and develop its system of human rights commissioners under the cautious consideration of both internal and external factors.
文摘International migration mainly happens between the North and the South Mig rant workers have made important contributions to the inclusive growth and sustainable development of world economy, but their human rights are often violated In recent years, frequent extreme terrorists attacks and large-scale refugee influxes have triggered anti-for eign sentiment and policies in developed countries, which expose migrant workers to an unprecedented human rights crisis The International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families is an important convention adopted by the United Nations that specially protects human rights of migrant workers However, as the convention has not been ratified by major developed countries where most migrant workers seek employment, the protection regime has an empty shell Developing countries where most migrant workers originate from should strengthen cooperation among themselves and urge developed countries to fulfill the duty of human rights protection by normalizing the status of migrant workers and that of members of their families in employment countries and ratifying the convention as soon as possible.
