Human rights activists and families raise alarm on the rise in transnational repression
Migrants in Australia have reported intimidation and surveillance they believe are linked to foreign governments.
The practice is called transnational repression. The United Nations defines it as measures states take to control, deter, or punish individuals or groups beyond their borders.
Tactics include targeting family members of migrants who are still living in their country of origin.
Analysts say it’s increasing in Australia.
Read more here: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/family-of-migrant-targeted-in-pakistan-reach-of-transnational-repression/ee4lshtux
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