Venezuela: Open letter to candidates in the December 2006 presidential elections

Venezuela: Open letter to candidates in the December 2006 presidential elections

In this open letter Amnesty International urges candidates for the presidency to attend to the following issues and adopt the measures suggested, in demonstration of their commitment and respect for human rights and the international obligations entered into by Venezuela in this field. These issues are to: combat and eradicate impunity; prevent and eradicate domestic violence; secure the progressive protection of economic, social and cultural rights; protect human rights defenders; ensure the right of freedom of expression; and implement arms control.