Threatening Remarks by Swazi Prime Minister Cause for Concern Press Statement Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC August 9, 2014 The United States is deeply concerned by the threatening remarks made by Swaziland Prime Minister Sibusiso Barnabas Dlamini toward Swazi labor and civil society leaders who participated in the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington this week. Such remarks have a chilling effect on labor and civil rights in the Kingdom of Swaziland. The United States continues to support and defend fundamental freedoms, including freedom of association, and the human rights defenders who fight for these values each day. We call upon the Government to renounce the Prime Minister’s remarks and to ensure respect for the constitutionally enshrined rights of all citizens. state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2014/230455.htm
Posted on: Sat, 09 Aug 2014 13:03:38 +0000
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