Human rights

All of us joining this statement today hope that understanding and addressing the root causes of this disastrous event will prevent the occurrence of a similar tragedy in the future.

Australia commends those states that have engaged with the Council and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and those who have sought technical assistance to improve the human rights situation in their country.

Aside from terrible damage and loss of life in Ukraine, Russia’s war is also propelling the food and energy security crisis.

Australia recognises African-led diplomatic efforts in support of a peaceful solution in the Eastern DRC and call on regional states and parties to cease support for armed groups perpetrating human rights violations and abuses.

Australia urges the Malian authorities to adopt legal mechanisms to protect children, combat child marriage and take steps to eliminate the practice of female genital mutilation.

Australia notes the Special Rapporteur’s recommendations for both immediate and long-term responses to improve the protection and promotion of human rights for minority peoples.

Australia commends the courageous advocacy of civil society organisations, human rights defenders and others who continue to carry out essential human rights work in difficult circumstances.

Australia will continue to call out states that commit egregious human rights violations and insist on accountability.

Australia urges all parties to make meaningful progress in negotiations, with the aim of creating the conditions for free and fair elections in 2024.

Australia calls on the DPRK to implement a legal framework that protects the human rights of women and girls.