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OAS Chief Calls for “Long-Awaited” Debate on Drug Policy

By Joe Hitchon
Following the release of a major draft report on drug policy in the Americas, the secretary-general of the Organisation of American States (OAS), Jose Miguel Insulza, called for the beginning of debate aimed at reforming those policies throughout the region.

Mexico, Strong on Human Rights Abroad, Not at Home

By Daniela Pastrana
Mexico has been a prominent defender of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights in the battle being waged by some members of the Organisation of American States to curb its authority.

Controversial Inter-American Reforms Process to Continue

By Carey L. Biron
The 35-member Organisation of American States (OAS) on Friday voted unanimously to approve a series of reforms to the Inter-American human rights system, but stepped back from proposals that had caused the greatest concern among civil society groups.

Inter-American Human Rights System Reform Faces Deadline

By Clarinha Glock
March will be a key month for defining the future of the Inter-American human rights system, which has come under fire from a number of countries in the region.