Reparations for Transatlantic Slavery

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Caribbean ambassador calls for the establishment of a new international special tribunal to seek reparations for transatlantic slavery and its legacies in today's society. Support building among African and Caribbean nations for the creation of the tribunal.

Key Points

  • 12.5 million Africans were kidnapped and sold into slavery over four centuries
  • Support building for the creation of an international special tribunal for reparations
  • Reparations seen as part of efforts to tackle racism stemming from enslavement and colonialism

Pros

  • Addressing the historical injustices of transatlantic slavery
  • Acknowledging the lasting impact of slavery on today's society
  • Seeking reparations for descendants of slaves

Cons

  • Challenges in obtaining cooperation from nations involved in transatlantic slavery
  • Legal complexities in determining responsible parties and remedies