Articles by Guillermo Whpei
Opinion columns by Guillermo Whpei on human rights, democracy and international affairs, published on the website of Fundación para la Democracia.
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Peru confirms runoff between Fujimori and Sánchez in an election marked by delays and complaints
Roberto Sánchez consolidated his growth in the country’s interior and will face Keiko Fujimori in June, in a setting shaped by polarization and the po…
Press freedom in the Maldives faces a new wave of state persecution
Human Rights Watch denounced that the Maldivian government jailed journalists, raided independent media outlets and deepened censorship measures amid …
International concern grows over the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa
The WHO declared an international health emergency after infections were reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and Kinshasa, while …
Israel used bombings of civilian buildings to displace the Palestinian population, report warns
Amnesty International warned that demolitions of homes and civilian buildings in Gaza are continuing even after the so-called ceasefire and denounced …
Poland accused of collaborating in deportations of Ukrainian migrants to a war zone
According to the complaint, more than 50 people were transferred by ICE through Polish territory before being sent to Ukraine, despite the ongoing arm…
Women sustain small-scale fishing but remain excluded from decision-making
The FAO warned about the invisibility and gender inequalities in Latin America's fishing sector. A report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of …
Spain and the WHO deploy a health operation after hantavirus outbreak at sea
The cruise ship MV Hondius arrived in Tenerife after weeks of isolation and international epidemiological surveillance. This weekend, passengers and c…
The IACHR denounced new human rights violations in Venezuela
The body warned about arbitrary detentions, lack of medical care and restrictions against opponents of the Venezuelan government. On May 5, the Inter-…
Behind the Passion
A World Cup in which we all lost. Report on the human rights situation of migrant workers in Qatar. Ever since Qatar won the rights to host the 2022 W…
Policy of forced assimilation against Tibetan children in China denounced
A Human Rights Watch report denounces that the education policies promoted by Beijing are displacing the Tibetan language and deepening the forced int…
The fight against hepatitis is advancing, but not enough to stop the crisis
Although infections and mortality have fallen, millions of people remain undiagnosed and untreated, according to the WHO. Last week, the World Health …
The Red Cross marks its day amid conflicts and global crises
The humanitarian organization warns about the risks in war zones and the growing demand for assistance around the world. May 8 is World Red Cross Day,…
The global food crisis expands under the impact of wars
International bodies warn about rising malnutrition and the risk of new food crises due to global instability. The Global Report on Food Crises 2026 o…
Mental health and working conditions at the center of the global debate
The International Labour Organization warns that long working hours, harassment and work organization pose growing risks for millions of workers. On A…
The UN chooses its leadership against a global backdrop shaped by war
Four candidates are competing to succeed António Guterres in a process marked by the weight of the Security Council and the tensions of the internatio…
Warning over democratic deterioration and rising violence in the region
The 2025 annual report points to setbacks in human rights, institutional weakening and the expansion of organized crime in Latin America. The Inter-Am…
Peru's electoral crisis deepens distrust in democracy
Peru's electoral crisis deepens distrust in democracy. Amid complaints and protests, international bodies are closely following the process and callin…
The UN moves forward on a global framework to demand accountability for the climate crisis
The debate is based on a ruling that recognizes climate change as a legal obligation and a human rights issue. Amnesty International highlighted a dra…
Between diplomacy and war, disinformation amplifies global tensions
Viral posts distort statements by Pope Leo XIV amid tensions between states and international organizations. During an interview on April 7, Pope Leo …
From food waste to food sovereignty: the peasant farmers’ demand on the global agenda
While millions of tons of food are wasted every year, peasant farmers face poverty, inequality and exclusion. In this context, food sovereignty is eme…
War crimes and ethnic cleansing reported in Burkina Faso
A Human Rights Watch report states that state forces, militias and armed groups committed mass killings and forced displacement amid impunity and inte…
Spain moves forward with a Truth Commission to investigate human rights violations under Franco
UN experts hailed the measure as a historic opportunity to investigate human rights violations, guarantee reparations and make progress toward non-rep…
Cancer and unequal access to health care set the agenda for World Health Day 2026
While science develops new tools such as vaccines and therapies, international organizations warn of persistent gaps in diagnosis and treatment. April…
Earth’s energy imbalance hits a record and worsens the global climate crisis
The State of the Global Climate 2025 report warns that the planet is accumulating heat at an unprecedented rate. The oceans absorb most of that energy…
Argentine social entrepreneur, the son of a family of Palestinian immigrants, internationally recognized for his commitment to human rights, the promotion of a culture of peace and the fight against modern slavery.