CALD |
CALD Resolution No. 6 S. 2014
CALD resolution expressing its support to the increasing public clamor against the construction of the Fourth Nuclear Power Plant in Taiwan The Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD): Recalling the CALD Statement on Climate Change in 2012 which supports the development of “alternative energy sources with encouragement of investment.. in bio-energy plants, and others such as solar and wind energy”; CALD Resolution No. 5 S. 2014 CALD resolution calling for a halt in the planned construction of hydroelectric dam in Cambodia’s Areng Valley The Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD): Emphasizing that CALD recently held a conference dealing with the protection and empowerment of minorities and indigenous peoples, where extensive discussions took place on the impact of development projects on marginalized communities; CALD Resolution No. 4 S. 2014 CALD Resolution on Minorities and Indigenous Peoples The Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats (CALD): Guided by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National or Ethnic, Religious and Linguistic Minorities (UNDM), Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), and by other international human rights instruments such as the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, Genocide Convention, International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, among others; CALD Tribute Video CALD congratulates and thanks Sam Rainsy for doing an exceptional job as CALD Chair for the term 2012-2014. Also, special thanks to Philippine Presidential Adviser Neric Acosta, who has become the face of CALD for many years. His contributions to the growth and development of CALD are immeasurable, and we thank him sincerely for being the guiding light and the inspiration of the CALD Secretariat. SUMMARY VIDEO: CALD Secretariat conducts Post-Typhoon Haiyan Mission Trip After more than 2 months since the exceptionally powerful 300km/hour Philippine typhoon record-holder, Typhoon Haiyan, stormed its way into the Philippines, the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats, led by CALD Secretary General Neric Acosta, together with the members of the Office of the Presidential Adviser for Environmental Protection (OPAEP), the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA), the Philippine Climate Change Commission, the Philippine Medical Association, the Philippine Disaster Recovery Foundation, Feed the Hungry Minds, Environmental Science for Social Change, and PTT Philippine Corporation, left Manila in a C130 last Thursday morning, 30 January 2014, for a mission trip to Leyte Province. |
BURMA |
The Link Between Gender and Racial Inequality in Burma April 28 2014 In 1932, Burma conducted a referendum to determine whether to remain as a province of India or to become a separate nation. Some Buddhists emphasised that the Buddha was an Indian and that our Burmese ancestors are related to the Kshatriya, the caste into which Buddhas are born. Those scholars supported the notion of Burma remaining as a part of India. In opposition, the separatists’ campaign focused on the distinct social status of Burmese women, different from their Indian and Chinese counterparts. If Burma were to remain with India, the superior social status of Burmese women, even a higher status than in the democratic West, would be downgraded. NLD, 88 Generation Movement back Strategy to Educate Public on Constitutional Reform The National League for Democracy and the 88 Generation Open Society movement have agreed on a strategy to educate the public about the importance of constitutional reform, an 88 Generation leader, Ko Min Ko Naing, said on April 21. Constitutional Change Essential for Democracy, Says Suu Kyi |
CAMBODIA |
With Leaders Abroad, No Political Negotiations Held April 25 2014 Political negotiations between the ruling party and opposition have not continued, following their failure to reach an agreement ahead of the Khmer New Year earlier this month. |
INDONESIA |
PDI-P on the Verge of Endorsing Kalla April 26 2014 The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) will announce the running mate of its presidential nominee, Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, within a few days, with former vice president Jusuf Kalla said to be the most likely candidate. PDIP Office in Surabaya asks for Vote Recount Board of Directors of the Surabaya Branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (DPC PDI-P) asks for vote recount for Legislative General Election due to fraud suspicion. |
PHILIPPINES |
Obama Visits Manila April 28 2014 US President Barack Obama will arrive in Manila on Monday, April 28, for an overnight visit that will be preceded by the signing of a military deal that will give American troops wider access to military bases in the Philippines. |
SRI LANKA |
New Head of Sri Lankan Council for Liberal Democracy Proposed Constitutional Amendment to restrict size of Cabinet April 23, 2014 http://vimeo.com/92584690 |
TAIWAN |
DPP’s Concession on Nuke Referendum 25% of Adult Citizens April 28 2014 Opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Chairman Su Tseng-chang said Sunday that his party is changing the threshold for its proposed special referendum statue for the disputerd foruth nuclear power plant project to “25 percent of the total number of citizens” voting yes to pass the vote. |
THAILAND |
Thai Opposition Leader Seeks Compromise to Avert Bloodshed April 25 2014 Alarmed by the prospect of bloodshed in Thailand as a six-month political crisis nears a critical juncture, former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has called for talks between the government and its foes, urging compromise to restore stability. |
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