The right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations refers to minors,who have a certain degree of mental capacity and assertiveness,having the right to express their opinions on the arrangements or dec...The right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations refers to minors,who have a certain degree of mental capacity and assertiveness,having the right to express their opinions on the arrangements or decisions related to themselves when the courts handle familial litigation cases involving their interests,and to request the courts hear their opinions.In essence,the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations belongs to the basic procedural rights of minors as well as judicial beneficiary rights.As for the protection of the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations,recognizing the status of minors as independent subjects of rights is the logical premise,the procedural guarantee for the rights of the substantive parties involved is the direct cause,and ensuring the best interests of children is the fundamental reason.In order to protect the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations,China should standardize the mechanisms for judges to hear the opinions of minors directly,improve the mechanisms for family investigators,and establish mechanisms for representing the interests of minors.展开更多
I. A Review of China's Judicial Protection for Human Rights To effectively protect human rights, a country needs to specify in its laws a complete series of basic rights its citizens shall enjoy. Meanwhile, the lega...I. A Review of China's Judicial Protection for Human Rights To effectively protect human rights, a country needs to specify in its laws a complete series of basic rights its citizens shall enjoy. Meanwhile, the legal rights for an individual citizen would be meaningless even though such rights are prescribed in laws if, when the person's rights are infringed upon, he or she has no access to judicial relief. Administration of justice is the last resort, in fact the most effective, means.展开更多
Since the beginning of reform and opening up and particu- larly since the beginning of the 21st century, Chinese peoplehave had a deeper understanding of the importance of human rights, better recognition of progress ...Since the beginning of reform and opening up and particu- larly since the beginning of the 21st century, Chinese peoplehave had a deeper understanding of the importance of human rights, better recognition of progress made in the field of human rights, and more urgent aspirations for further development of human rights in China. At the same time, there are problems and confu- sion that need to be addressed. For example, what is the China model for ensuring human rights? How should a a theoretical system of human rights with Chinese characteristics be con- structed? How can self-awareness and self-confidence in the area of human rights be formed? How can the healthy development of the human rights cause in China be pushed forward?展开更多
From a historical perspective, the 1982 Constitution was the best one since the founding of the People's Republic ofChina (PRC) in 1949.1 With the passage of time and increasing demands from society, China experien...From a historical perspective, the 1982 Constitution was the best one since the founding of the People's Republic ofChina (PRC) in 1949.1 With the passage of time and increasing demands from society, China experienced the new sit- uation of modernization, which brought about new conditions or problems in the process of reform and opening up. As a result, the content of the Constitution could not always comply with real conditions. Therefore, the national leg- islature adopted four amendments to the Constitution in 1988,展开更多
China has since 1978 promulgated more than 440 laws and regulations and more than 40 of them contain clear-cut provisions on human rights. Political right Political right is the most important human rights. China’s C...China has since 1978 promulgated more than 440 laws and regulations and more than 40 of them contain clear-cut provisions on human rights. Political right Political right is the most important human rights. China’s Constitution provides that the Chinese citizens enjoy freedom of speech, press, assembly, association, procession and demonstration.展开更多
Constructing an environ- ment for human rights development is a large, comprehensive project as well asa long and arduous mission. Although constructing an environment for human rights development was not mentioned mu...Constructing an environ- ment for human rights development is a large, comprehensive project as well asa long and arduous mission. Although constructing an environment for human rights development was not mentioned much in the past, in actuality it began early and achieved sustained progress. It is a gradual process that is also a prerequisite for earnestly respecting and ensuring human rights. There are five dimensions to building a sustainable environment for human rights development.展开更多
ECONOMIC and social rights mainly concern the entitlement to be allowed to work, to a basic living standard, to social security, to health care and to education, among the fulfillment of other basic needs. According t...ECONOMIC and social rights mainly concern the entitlement to be allowed to work, to a basic living standard, to social security, to health care and to education, among the fulfillment of other basic needs. According to the definition of the right to food as described under the UN Committee on Economic. Social and Cultural Rights General Comment No J2 (1999),展开更多
Editor's note: Following is the interview with Liu Qunying, chair of the Women's Federation of Fuijian Province, about how women's rights and interests are protected in this southeastern province.
The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution, "The Contribution of Development tothe Enjoyment of All Human Rights;" at its 35th session in June. The resolution, proposed by China and co-sponsored by more than 7...The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution, "The Contribution of Development tothe Enjoyment of All Human Rights;" at its 35th session in June. The resolution, proposed by China and co-sponsored by more than 70 UN member countries, won an overwhelming majority of votes and marked the first time that the UN rights body has adopted a resolution on development issues.展开更多
On Jul.20,2017,the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and other 8 state authorities including the National Development and Reform Commission,the Ministry of Public Security,the Ministry of Finance,the Min...On Jul.20,2017,the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and other 8 state authorities including the National Development and Reform Commission,the Ministry of Public Security,the Ministry of Finance,the Ministry of Land and Resources,the People’s Bank of China,the State Administration of Taxation,the State Administration for Industry and Commerce,and the China Securities展开更多
基金the National Social Science Fund’s late-stage funded project“Research on the Realization of Family Justice”(Project Approval Number 22FFXB016)directed by the author.
文摘The right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations refers to minors,who have a certain degree of mental capacity and assertiveness,having the right to express their opinions on the arrangements or decisions related to themselves when the courts handle familial litigation cases involving their interests,and to request the courts hear their opinions.In essence,the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations belongs to the basic procedural rights of minors as well as judicial beneficiary rights.As for the protection of the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations,recognizing the status of minors as independent subjects of rights is the logical premise,the procedural guarantee for the rights of the substantive parties involved is the direct cause,and ensuring the best interests of children is the fundamental reason.In order to protect the right of minors to express their opinions in family litigations,China should standardize the mechanisms for judges to hear the opinions of minors directly,improve the mechanisms for family investigators,and establish mechanisms for representing the interests of minors.
文摘I. A Review of China's Judicial Protection for Human Rights To effectively protect human rights, a country needs to specify in its laws a complete series of basic rights its citizens shall enjoy. Meanwhile, the legal rights for an individual citizen would be meaningless even though such rights are prescribed in laws if, when the person's rights are infringed upon, he or she has no access to judicial relief. Administration of justice is the last resort, in fact the most effective, means.
文摘Since the beginning of reform and opening up and particu- larly since the beginning of the 21st century, Chinese peoplehave had a deeper understanding of the importance of human rights, better recognition of progress made in the field of human rights, and more urgent aspirations for further development of human rights in China. At the same time, there are problems and confu- sion that need to be addressed. For example, what is the China model for ensuring human rights? How should a a theoretical system of human rights with Chinese characteristics be con- structed? How can self-awareness and self-confidence in the area of human rights be formed? How can the healthy development of the human rights cause in China be pushed forward?
文摘From a historical perspective, the 1982 Constitution was the best one since the founding of the People's Republic ofChina (PRC) in 1949.1 With the passage of time and increasing demands from society, China experienced the new sit- uation of modernization, which brought about new conditions or problems in the process of reform and opening up. As a result, the content of the Constitution could not always comply with real conditions. Therefore, the national leg- islature adopted four amendments to the Constitution in 1988,
文摘China has since 1978 promulgated more than 440 laws and regulations and more than 40 of them contain clear-cut provisions on human rights. Political right Political right is the most important human rights. China’s Constitution provides that the Chinese citizens enjoy freedom of speech, press, assembly, association, procession and demonstration.
文摘Constructing an environ- ment for human rights development is a large, comprehensive project as well asa long and arduous mission. Although constructing an environment for human rights development was not mentioned much in the past, in actuality it began early and achieved sustained progress. It is a gradual process that is also a prerequisite for earnestly respecting and ensuring human rights. There are five dimensions to building a sustainable environment for human rights development.
文摘ECONOMIC and social rights mainly concern the entitlement to be allowed to work, to a basic living standard, to social security, to health care and to education, among the fulfillment of other basic needs. According to the definition of the right to food as described under the UN Committee on Economic. Social and Cultural Rights General Comment No J2 (1999),
文摘Editor's note: Following is the interview with Liu Qunying, chair of the Women's Federation of Fuijian Province, about how women's rights and interests are protected in this southeastern province.
文摘The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution, "The Contribution of Development tothe Enjoyment of All Human Rights;" at its 35th session in June. The resolution, proposed by China and co-sponsored by more than 70 UN member countries, won an overwhelming majority of votes and marked the first time that the UN rights body has adopted a resolution on development issues.
文摘On Jul.20,2017,the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and other 8 state authorities including the National Development and Reform Commission,the Ministry of Public Security,the Ministry of Finance,the Ministry of Land and Resources,the People’s Bank of China,the State Administration of Taxation,the State Administration for Industry and Commerce,and the China Securities