• NaibofTabr@infosec.pub
    link
    fedilink
    English
    arrow-up
    38
    ·
    2 months ago

    These kind of official apologies are more important than people think. This creates an official record admission of fault, which can provide a legal standing for lawsuits. It still has to go through court, but the apology essentially makes the government liable for damages.

    • Justin@lemmy.jlh.name
      link
      fedilink
      arrow-up
      12
      ·
      2 months ago

      It’s also important for governments to have humility and leave doors open for reconciliation.

      Peace is achieved through heads of states apologizing.