Amnesty International Report Highlights Fragility of Post-World War II Order
Amnesty International has raised concerns about the state of the global system, warning that it is on the verge of collapse due to various conflicts and the unregulated rise of artificial intelligence.
Challenges to the International Order
- Amnesty International’s secretary general, Agnes Callamard, expressed alarm over recent events indicating the fragility of the international global system.
- The United States’ actions in shielding Israeli authorities from scrutiny for violations in Gaza have been criticized.
- The report highlights the impact of the Gaza war and the resulting casualties, emphasizing the need for accountability.
Human Rights Violations and International Response
Amnesty International condemned the actions of both Hamas and Israel, citing “horrific crimes” and “collective punishment” in the conflict.
Global Concerns and Call for Action
- Amnesty International called out powerful actors like Russia and China for endangering the rule-based order.
- The report documented violations by Russian forces in Ukraine and China’s support for the Myanmar military.
- An urgent reform of international institutions, particularly the UN Security Council, was deemed necessary to address human rights violations.
Rise of Artificial Intelligence and Tech Accountability
The report highlighted the risks posed by the unregulated deployment of AI technologies, perpetuating rights erosions and misinformation.
Amnesty International called for governments to take legislative steps to regulate big tech and address the harms caused by AI technologies.
Threats to Marginalized Communities
The report also warned of increasing attacks on women, LGBTI people, and marginalized communities by political actors worldwide.
