COMMENT | Human rights competency missing in Suhakam's new line-up

COMMENT | The announcement by the government on the appointment of the new Suhakam commissioners for the 2022-2025 term took effect on June 22.

The new members are Rahmat Mohamad, UKM law lecturer Noor Aziah Mohd Awal (reappointed), former Islamic Development Department (Jakim) head Mohamad Nordin Ibrahim, Dr Chew Chee Ming, former Sabah attorney-general Mariaty Robert, lawyer Hasnal Rezua Merican Habib Merican, lawyer Nazira Abdul Rahim and former Bar Council president K Ragunath.

Suhakam was created 22 years ago to play the role of an official, independent oversight body that is in line with the International UN Paris Principles. Over the years, the commission has pushed its standards to get stronger and better in its operations and functions.

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