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Australia’s first deportation to Nauru raises human rights concerns

Australia’s Human Rights Commissioner has voiced concern over the first deportation under a A$2.5 billion deal to resettle non-citizens with criminal records in Nauru. The operation, shrouded in secrecy, raises “serious human rights concerns” due to lack of transparency.

29 Oct 2025-12:44
Australia to pay Nauru $1.62 billion for deportee resettlement deal

Australia has struck a $1.62 billion (A$2.5 billion) agreement with the Pacific island nation of Nauru to house deported non-citizens over the next 30 years, officials confirmed on Wednesday.

03 Sep 2025-14:15
UN watchdog criticizes Australia's treatment of migrants on Nauru

A U.N. watchdog ruled on Thursday that Australia violated the rights of asylum-seekers who were arbitrarily detained on the island of Nauru. The decision serves as a warning to other nations considering outsourcing asylum processing, News.az reports citing Voice of America.

10 Jan 2025-01:22