After facing criticism from human rights groups and world-renowned figures, Brunei has announced a moratorium on the punishment of homosexual sex and adultery with stone.
Sultan hasannar bolkia announced a moratorium on the death penalty in a televised speech on Sunday, expanding the scope of the two.
The small Southeast Asian country has banned the death penalty for ten years.
According to the Borneo Gazette.
In early April, Brunei imposed laws to punish gay, anal, extramarital affairs and rape for death, which in some cases caused strong protests from celebrities such as George Clooney.
According to the report, bolkia said that these laws were not for cruelty, but for the protection of life and religion.
The operation in Brunei has sparked calls to boycott hotels owned by oil companies. rich monarchy.
"While this is an important step, we continue to call on him to fully repeal this harsh law and abide by all the commitments made by Brunei under international law," Jean Freedberg said . " Director of Global PartnershipS. -
Advocacy groups based on human rights campaigns. —