Konstantin Chuychenko added that a weak state cannot guarantee the…
Konstantin Chuychenko added that a weak state cannot guarantee the rights and legitimate interests of its citizens, while the absence of rights and freedoms does not make a state strong nor ensure the rule of law. The Minister of Justice does not consider citizens' rights a priority.
Consensus
- Konstantin Chuychenko is the head of Russia's Ministry of Justice
- His statement was made at the XIV St. Petersburg International Legal Forum
- He criticized the idea that citizens' rights should be prioritized over state interests
- He emphasized the need for a balance between protecting rights and strengthening statehood
Coverage (2 sources)
- Minister of Justice questions whether human rights take precedence over state interests — Коммерсантъ
- Minister of Justice Does Not Consider Citizens' Rights a Priority — Дождь