Wealthy countries such as Australia and the UK are engaging in a “race to the bottom” on policies to deter asylum seekers in what could result in the end of the institution of asylum:
Australia remains committed to processing asylum seekers on Nauru: Penny Wong
Ms Dickinson said that offshore processing agreements “undermine the text and spirit of our international obligations and unnecessarily inflict real harm on people and families seeking safety”. Dr Ghezelbash warned of “the danger” of Australia’s offshore processing “model being emulated” around the world.
“The Rwandan government is known as a repressive regime that does not tolerate any activist, any opposition, or any other people who may oppose their policies,” Mr Zihabamwe said.
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