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– Vietnam urged to drop charges against human rights defenders and environmental activists (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News April 4, 2018

Six activists were charged with "carrying out activities that aim to overthrow the people's administration."
Source: MEDIA FEED

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