Patrick Wilcken
Patrick Wilcken is a researcher with Amnesty International, focusing on issues related to arms, security, and law enforcement. He has been vocal about the need for stricter regulations on electric shock weapons, arguing that their unregulated use by law enforcement can lead to human rights abuses, including torture and physical harm. Recently, he emphasized the urgent need for a global treaty to control the use of such weapons, particularly in light of their misuse in protests and against vulnerable populations.
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Vietnam:
Patrick Wilcken, a military, security, and police researcher at Amnesty International, called for a legally binding treaty to clarify ethical and human rights issues.
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Pakistan:
Patrick Wilcken, Amnesty International’s Researcher on Military, Security and Policing, emphasized the need for a legally binding treaty.
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France:
Patrick Wilcken is a researcher at Amnesty International who advocates for strict regulations on electric shock weapons.
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