2005

Special Rapporteur on Torture finds 'palpable level of fear in China/Tibet

Dr Nowak's statement includes: "In his interviews with detainees, the Special Rapporteur observed a palpable level of fear and self-censorship, which he had not experienced in the course of his previous missions. A considerable number of detainees did not express a willingness to speak with the Rapporteur, and several of those who did requested absolute confidentiality."

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