At the high-level meeting on the defense of international human rights in New York, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that this meeting must move beyond expressing concerns towards a set of practical actions, presenting six key proposals to improve the state of human rights and international law.
Emphasis on Practical Actions
In this meeting attended by representatives from various countries, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran stressed that merely expressing concerns is not enough, and we must seek real and practical solutions to human rights and international law issues. He told the attending representatives: "We need to move from mere dialogue to actions that can help improve the state of human rights globally."
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Six Proposals from Iran
Furthermore, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran referred to six specific proposals as follows:
- Developing international cooperation in the field of human rights and international law.
- Creating new mechanisms to monitor the implementation of countries' human rights commitments.
- Strengthening the capabilities of developing countries in the field of human rights.
- Facilitating access to information and data related to human rights violations.
- Developing educational and awareness programs in the field of human rights.
- Encouraging member countries to implement international covenants and conventions in this area.
The Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran noted that these proposals could serve as a roadmap for fulfilling global commitments in the field of human rights. He stated that human rights must go beyond slogans and statements, saying: "We must reach a practical and real action that can help improve people's lives."
Existing Challenges in Human Rights
The Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran also pointed to the existing challenges in the field of human rights, stating: "Unfortunately, in many countries, human rights are seriously overlooked, and this requires a swift and effective response from the international community." He emphasized that member countries must adhere to their responsibilities regarding human rights and prevent any violations of these rights.
The holding of this meeting and the emphasis on practical action in the field of human rights demonstrate Iran's serious determination for international cooperation and the advancement of human rights globally. The Deputy Foreign Minister of Iran expressed hope that this meeting could mark the beginning of forming a united front in defense of human rights.
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