Country Expert Witness on Jordan and Middle East Countries for Asylum Cases Providing Expert Witness Reports, Evidence and Country Expert Testimonies for Asylum and Human Rights Cases

Hello, dear colleagues!
This article is primarily written for law firms representing asylum applicants from Jordan and other countries in the Middle East, although it may also be useful for applicants themselves.
My name is Maxim Kharitonov, and I am the founder of The Human Rights, an international agency of expert witnesses specializing in expert reports for asylum seekers worldwide (website: thehuman-rights.com).

We provide expert witness reports on human rights violations, political persecution, and asylum-related risks across key regions, including:

• Post-Soviet Region (CIS): Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Georgia.
• East Africa: Eritrea, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda.
• South & Central Asia: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan.
• Middle East: Syria, Iraq, Iran, Yemen, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, Saudi Arabia.
• Western Balkans: Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• Latin America & the Caribbean: Venezuela, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Cuba, Haiti, Colombia, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil.
• East Asia: China, North Korea, Mongolia, Vietnam, Myanmar.

In this article, I will explain how our team approaches the analysis of the situation in Jordan and other Middle Eastern countries, highlight key issues related to human rights violations, and discuss why an expert witness report plays a crucial role in asylum cases.

What is an Expert Witness Report?
As you may know, an expert witness report is an independent analytical document used to substantiate facts, justify risks, and assess the situation in the applicant’s country of origin.
Its purpose is to demonstrate that the applicant faces a real threat of persecution and cannot return to Jordan or another Middle Eastern country due to the risks involved. The report serves as witness testimony in the asylum case, providing expert insight into the situation in the applicant’s country of origin.

Why is an Expert Witness Report Essential?
An expert witness report is crucial at every stage of the asylum process:

• At the application stage: It helps establish the applicant's personal risks and their connection to the general situation in Jordan or another Middle Eastern country.
• At the appeal stage: If the application has been denied, the report can be used for a detailed analysis of the immigration authority’s decision, identifying errors, and providing additional evidence.

Key Functions of an Expert Witness Report
1. Contextual Analysis
An expert witness report confirms the broader situation in Jordan and other Middle Eastern countries, including political instability, repression, and conflict, citing both international and local sources.
2. Personal Risk Assessment
The report demonstrates the connection between the applicant’s individual threats and the conditions in their country. Whether it’s due to their political views, ethnicity, religion, or gender, the report will explain why they are personally at risk in Jordan or another Middle Eastern country.
3. Strengthening the Evidence Base
An expert witness report verifies that the applicant belongs to a vulnerable group facing persecution. Vulnerable groups can include ethnic or religious minorities, journalists, political activists, and women, particularly in countries like Jordan, where these groups may face targeted violence.
4. Support with Credible Sources
The report references authoritative organizations such as Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the United Nations, and others. All sources are formatted according to the OSCOLA citation standard.

Country Expert Witness on Jordan and Middle Eastern Countries
At The Human Rights, we specialize in preparing expert witness reports for asylum applicants from Jordan and other countries in the Middle East region. Our reports are tailored to asylum cases in the UK, USA, Canada, and the EU, ensuring compliance with immigration law standards and expert witness requirements.
We provide in-depth analysis on the human rights situation in Jordan and other Middle Eastern countries, addressing issues such as:

• Political Repression: Jordan’s political system is tightly controlled, and opposition voices are often silenced. Asylum seekers from Jordan may face persecution due to their political affiliations, involvement in protests, or support for certain opposition movements.
• Religious and Ethnic Minorities: Religious minorities, such as Christians, and ethnic groups like Kurds, may face persecution due to their beliefs or ethnicity. Jordan has a history of tension between various religious and ethnic communities, which can lead to targeted violence or systemic discrimination.
• Freedom of Expression: Freedom of speech and press is severely limited in Jordan, with harsh penalties for individuals criticizing the government or monarchy. Journalists and social media activists who speak out against the regime often face detention, harassment, and violence.
• Gender-Based Violence: Women in Jordan face widespread discrimination and violence, including honor killings, forced marriages, and domestic abuse. Additionally, there are societal pressures on women to conform to traditional roles, and women who challenge these roles may face severe backlash.
• LGBTQ+ Rights: LGBTQ+ individuals face significant persecution and discrimination in Jordan, where homosexuality is illegal. LGBTQ+ individuals in Jordan are often subject to violence, harassment, and imprisonment due to their sexual orientation or gender identity.
• Refugee and Migrant Populations: Jordan is home to a large refugee population, particularly from Syria, Iraq, and Palestine. Refugees and migrants face restrictions on their rights to work, move freely, and access basic services, which exacerbates their vulnerability to exploitation and abuse.

Why Choose Our Expert Witness Reports?
Collective Expertise & Verification
Our reports are prepared by regional country experts, researchers, and legal analysts, ensuring accuracy and depth. Every report undergoes fact-checking and validation by our senior experts before submission.
Court-Tested Reports & Expert Testimony
Our experts are available to testify in court, reinforcing the credibility of the asylum applicant’s case. We follow the highest standards of expert witness reporting, including OSCOLA citation formatting and references to leading human rights organizations (Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, UNHCR, etc.).
Customized Reports for Each Case
We tailor each report to the specific applicant’s circumstances, linking their personal risks to the broader situation in their country of origin.
Strong Track Record of Success
Our reports have played a key role in successful asylum applications and appeals, helping individuals prove their risk of persecution.