Reparations for Transatlantic Slave Trade
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres calls for reparations over transatlantic trafficking of enslaved people to tackle its legacy in today’s society, including systemic racism. Movement for reparations gaining momentum worldwide.
Key Points
- 12.5 million Africans were kidnapped and sold into slavery from the 15th to the 19th century
- Calls for reparatory justice frameworks to address generations of exclusion and discrimination
- Movement for reparations gaining momentum worldwide
Pros
- Acknowledgment and addressing of historical injustices
- Potential for healing and reconciliation
- Recognition of systemic racism and its impacts
Cons
- Resistance and opposition from some countries and individuals
- Complexity in determining appropriate forms of reparations
- Financial implications for countries involved