The Asia Pacific region of Friends of the Earth is the most diverse region, encompassing groups from the global North and the global South. Member groups from the region are very active in community-based struggles against mining and other extractive industries. They work hand-in-hand with indigenous peoples, peasant farmers, and fisherfolk to secure sustainable livelihoods and fight against vulnerability to environmental disasters.
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A Briefing on the Belt and Road Initiative
Friends of the Earth Asia Pacific have released a position paper regarding the Belt Road Initiative. The paper discusses:1. What is the Belt Road Initiative;2. Why the Belt Road Initiative;3. Who is funding, implementing and campaigning on the Belt Road Initiative;4....
Australian Bushfire survivors launch claim against ANZ for financing climate change
Today Australian Bushfire victims, together with Friends of the Earth Australia, launched a claim against ANZ under international law to hold the bank accountable for financing fossil fuel projects that contribute to the climate change. The complaint demands ANZ...
Friends of the Earth Asia Pacific demands a thorough investigation into death of environmental human rights defender, Dilip Kumar Mahato
Friends of the Earth Asia Pacific urgently calls on the Government of Nepal to immediately launch an independent and thorough investigation into the murder of Dilip Kumar Mahato, which occurred early on 10 January 2020. We strongly condemn this tragic event, and...
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