Refugees in Peru: Venezuelans must be protected

Type de document:	Media Reports
Type de document:	English
Date de publication:	29 January 2020 (4 years ago)
Créé:	29 January 2020 (4 years ago)
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Refugees in Peru: Venezuelans must be protected

Type de document:	Media Reports
Langue(s):	English

While millions are fleeing human rights violations in Venezuela, countries across the Americas have the obligation to offer safety and protection. The Peruvian government’s announcement of the creation of a public security unit to specifically target Venezuelans in Peru is a discriminatory measure that contravenes the state’s obligations under international human rights law. Instead of demonizing people in need, Peruvian authorities must guarantee their rights to due process and to seek international protection.