[bestbits] Chairs statement from GCCS

[Renata Avila]

I really think it will be also important to say something about next venue,
for those who are not aware of the terrible violations of human rights by
Mexico.

R

On Fri, Apr 17, 2015 at 2:37 PM, Ian Peter <ian.peter at ianpeter.com> wrote:

>   The Chairs statement from this conference is now released at
> https://www.gccs2015.com/sites/default/files/documents/Chairs%20Statement%20GCCS2015%20-%2017%20April.pdf
>
> CS people are now working on a response and final call at the unconference
> and this will (probably) be released later today. It will include
> disappointment at the non inclusion of references to necessary and
> proportionate principles, NetMundial principles, and the lack of reference
> to mass surveillance. Huge gaps, but we have also had some wins, eg
> inclusion of privacy by design, and quotes like this
>
>
> “The Conference emphasised that our commitment to the protection of human
> rights must be unequivocal and that the protection of human rights and
> security online are complementary concepts. We must remain vigilant about
> those who use the Internet for incitement to (imminent) violence, and for
> the recruitment for or financing of terrorism, and ensure that such
> violations are countered within the framework of the rule of law without
> allowing ourselves to be governed by a climate of fear. We must also take
> full account of the need to protect the security and integrity of people,
> as well as their personal information, networks and devices, in ways that
> are fully compliant with international law, including human rights law.”
>
> I’m sure others will have things to report from this event and there will
> be more later.
>
>
>
> Ian Peter
>
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