Human Rights in the ASEAN Charter
Preamble
“Adhering to the principles of democracy, the rule of law and good governance,
respect for and protection of human right sand fundamental freedoms;”
Purposes (Article 1)
7. “To strengthen democracy, enhance good governance, and to promote and
protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, with due regard to the
rights and responsibilities of the Member States of ASEAN;”
Principles(Article 2)
2. “ASEAN and its Member States shall act in accordance with the following
Principles:
(i) Respect for fundamental freedoms, the promotion and protection of
human rights, and the promotion of social justice”
ASEAN human rights body (Article 14): listed under Chapter IV Organs
1. “In conformity with the purposes and principles of the ASEAN Charter
relating to the promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental
freedoms, ASEAN shall establish an ASEAN human rights body.
2. This ASEAN human rights body shall operate in accordance with the terms
of reference to be determined by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting.”