Child labor persists as a critical issue in Sierra Leone's diamond mining sector, where minors endure hazardous conditions contrary to international labor standards. This article delves into the complexities surrounding child labor in Sierra Leone's diamond mines, focusing on the discord between local legislation and international regulations aimed at safeguarding children's rights. Sierra Leone's rich diamond reserves attract significant investment, yet the industry is marred by the exploitation of vulnerable populations, particularly children. Despite domestic laws prohibiting child labor, enforcement remains weak, and regulatory frameworks often fall short of international standards. This disconnect exacerbates the plight of children engaged in hazardous mining activities, exposing them to physical dangers and health risks and denying them access to education and a dignified childhood. The juxtaposition of Sierra Leone's local laws with international conventions, such as the International Labour Organization's Convention on the Worst Forms of Child Labor (Convention No. 182) and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), highlights the urgent need for harmonization and effective enforcement mechanisms. While international treaties advocate for the elimination of child labor in all its forms, including mining, implementation at the national level needs to be more cohesive and adequate. Addressing the root causes of child labor in Sierra Leone's diamond mines necessitates a multifaceted approach. Strengthening legal frameworks, enhancing monitoring and enforcement mechanisms, and investing in education and alternative livelihoods are imperative steps towards eradicating this entrenched issue. Moreover, fostering collaboration between local authorities, industry stakeholders, and international organizations is indispensable for effecting sustainable change and protecting children's rights in Sierra Leone's diamond mining sector. Author(s) Details Emmanuel Allicious Macpherson Sam Jengo, Sam & Partners Law Firm, Sierra Leone. Please see the link:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/cpassr/v2/1093

 

Child labor persists as a critical issue in Sierra Leone's diamond mining sector, where minors endure hazardous conditions contrary to international labor standards. This article delves into the complexities surrounding child labor in Sierra Leone's diamond mines, focusing on the discord between local legislation and international regulations aimed at safeguarding children's rights. Sierra Leone's rich diamond reserves attract significant investment, yet the industry is marred by the exploitation of vulnerable populations, particularly children. Despite domestic laws prohibiting child labor, enforcement remains weak, and regulatory frameworks often fall short of international standards. This disconnect exacerbates the plight of children engaged in hazardous mining activities, exposing them to physical dangers and health risks and denying them access to education and a dignified childhood. The juxtaposition of Sierra Leone's local laws with international conventions, such as the International Labour Organization's Convention on the Worst Forms of Child Labor (Convention No. 182) and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), highlights the urgent need for harmonization and effective enforcement mechanisms. While international treaties advocate for the elimination of child labor in all its forms, including mining, implementation at the national level needs to be more cohesive and adequate. Addressing the root causes of child labor in Sierra Leone's diamond mines necessitates a multifaceted approach. Strengthening legal frameworks, enhancing monitoring and enforcement mechanisms, and investing in education and alternative livelihoods are imperative steps towards eradicating this entrenched issue. Moreover, fostering collaboration between local authorities, industry stakeholders, and international organizations is indispensable for effecting sustainable change and protecting children's rights in Sierra Leone's diamond mining sector.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Emmanuel Allicious Macpherson Sam

Jengo, Sam & Partners Law Firm, Sierra Leone.

 

Please see the link:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/cpassr/v2/1093

China's Domestic NGO Law and its Effect on Foreign-Funded NGOs| Chapter 1 | Current Progress in Arts and Social Studies Research Vol. 3

 

The Chinese authorities took a major step by developing a new law ‘to standardise and guide the activities of overseas non-governmental organisations’ in line with the objective of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) ‘to comprehensively promote the rule of law and to build a socialist country under the rule of law’. The Law of the People’s Republic of China on Administration of Activities of Overseas Non-governmental Organisations in the Mainland of China (Overseas NGO Law), adopted at the 20th Meeting of the 12th Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress on 28 April 2016, came into force on 1 January 2017. The Chinese authorities explained that this new law is a major step “to standardise and guide the activities of overseas non-governmental organisations” in line with the objective of the Chinese Communist Party “to comprehensively promote the rule of law and to build a socialist country under the rule of law”. However, foreign NGOs in China have reacted to the new law with grave concern and anxiety. This article provides an analysis of the main features of the Law and assesses its intention, impact and consequences. The new law has serious consequences for foreign NGOs in China. Six months after the new law took effect, only 82 foreign NGOs had completed the registration as required by the new law, accounting for about 1% of the 7000 foreign NGOs believed to be operating in mainland China. Overseas NGOs as well as domestic NGOs in China need new laws for protection rather than regulations for further restriction and punishment. It is unfortunate that the Overseas NGOs Law, which places the registration and supervision of overseas NGOs and their activities in China directly under the Ministry of Public Security instead of the Ministry of Civil Affairs, is a mechanism of state control rather than protection and facilitation for foreign NGOs.

 

Author(s) Details

Chongyi Feng
University of Technology Sydney, Australia.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/cpassr/v3/8525E

 

Forensic Odontology: A Tool in Criminal Investigation | Chapter 11 | Current Innovations in Medicine and Medical Science Vol. 5

The knowledge of dentistry is employed in colorful felonious examinations. Forensic Odontologists are involved in aiding investigative agencies to identify recovered mortal remains in addition to the identification of whole or fractured bodies. Forensic dentists have also been known to use their investigative ways to identify burn victims by using the victim’s former dental records. colorful useful information like age, coitus, race, occupation, particular habits, complaint condition,etc. of a person. This is especially useful in the identification of unknown crippled or largely perished unknown bodies. The main end of the present chapter is to bandy its colorful operations in felonious examinations.

Author(s) Details:

O. Gambhir Singh,
Forensic Medicine Department, SRM Medical College and Research Centre, Potheri, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu-603203, India.

Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/CIMMS-V5/article/view/8469

International Investment Law Cannot Limit the State's Regulation | Chapter 12 |New Innovations in Economics, Business and Management Vol. 7

 Recognize international investment law as a component of international law control and management, then study the interactions between foreign investors and the host country's government, contrasting it with the role of state regulation. It was detailed how a qualitative case study was used in the research and how source material was collected to express the role of international investment regulations. The researcher contacted representatives from the United Kingdom, the United States, and China to obtain some implementation examples. A complete comparison was made after a careful assessment of the literature from the United Kingdom and the United States. Some of the study's findings are as follows: (1) After explaining the main procedural and substantive issues, we identify the restriction of the foreign investment role in providing protection for foreign investors against state regulation, based on these interpretations of international investment law. (2) There is no comprehensive or integrated international treaty on foreign investment regulation. (3) After completing a study of the function of investment law in preventing investor rights in jurisprudence, international investment law can be considered one of the pioneers for investor protection. (4) With the growth of international investment and the number of corporations operating in foreign nations, the application of public international law's main notions has been regarded insufficient to control foreign investment.

Author(S) Details

Eman Adel Eid Hassan
Ahram Candian University, 6th of October City, Egypt.

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