Malaysia’s credibility at risk on Rome Statute U-turn, says Human Rights Watch | The Malaysian Insight

The International Criminal Court is a court of last resort, and only steps in when national authorities are unable or unwilling to deliver credible justice for the grave international crimes under ICC’s jurisdiction, says Human Rights Watch. – International Criminal Court website pic, April 6, 2019.

PUTRAJAYA has put its credibility on the line by taking a step backward on its decision not to ratify the Rome Statute, saidThe New York-based civil society group’s deputy Asia director Phil Robertson said that instead of standing up for justice, the government gave in to pressure from the opposition and certain Malay Rulers against acceding to the Rome Statute.

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Media scare tactic. Fact is other big nations such as US and Russia also withdrew. Nothing happens. Human Rights Watch shameless lies. Malaysians Beware!

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