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Basil Fernando, leading Asian human rights defender, dies at 81
Basil Fernando, one of Asia's foremost human rights defenders, has died at the age of 81. The Sri Lankan activist and jurist spent decades campaigning against torture and for police reform and rule of law across Asia, leading the Asian Human Rights Commission in Hong Kong. Tributes are being paid to his lifelong work on justice and accountability.
Why now: The death of a prominent human rights figure has prompted tributes and reflection on his legacy.
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