Michel Forst
Michel Forst is a notable French environmental advocate and the UN Special Rapporteur for environmental defenders under the Aarhus Convention. He has been a vocal critic of governmental actions against climate activists, emphasizing the importance of protecting their rights to peaceful protest. Forst has raised concerns about the treatment of activists in various countries, including Sweden, where he highlighted instances of harsh legal repercussions faced by individuals engaged in peaceful climate demonstrations. His work focuses on ensuring that states uphold international human rights laws that safeguard environmental defenders, especially in the context of the ongoing climate crisis.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 4,132 | $530,000 | 217$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,099,265 | 4,132 | $530,000 | 217$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Sweden:
Michel Forst criticized Sweden's actions against climate activists during his visit.
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Sweden:
Michel Forst is the UN special rapporteur for environmental defenders under the Aarhus Convention.
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