Committee Agenda: Human Rights, Humanitarian Aid: 71st Session, Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – Partially Public
Agenda Items:
Public Session (2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
- Opening of the session: Chair’s remarks and adoption of the agenda
- Presentation on the human rights situation in Afghanistan: Briefing by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights
- Discussion on humanitarian aid to Ukraine: Update by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees and the World Food Programme
- Adoption of resolutions:
- Resolution on promoting human rights in conflict zones
- Resolution on providing emergency aid to Ukraine
Closed Session (4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
- Briefing on human rights violations in North Korea: Presentation by the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in North Korea
- Discussion on humanitarian crisis in Yemen: Update by the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs
- Adoption of decisions:
- Decision on supporting human rights defenders in North Korea
- Decision on increasing humanitarian assistance to Yemen
Background:
The Committee on Human Rights, Humanitarian Aid, and Development Cooperation is a standing committee of the European Parliament responsible for promoting human rights, humanitarian aid, and development cooperation within the EU and globally. The committee meets regularly to discuss and adopt resolutions and decisions on a wide range of issues related to human rights, humanitarian emergencies, and development cooperation.
Importance:
The Committee’s work is crucial in ensuring that the EU upholds its commitments to human rights and humanitarian law. Through its resolutions, decisions, and advocacy, the committee plays a vital role in:
- Promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms worldwide
- Providing humanitarian assistance to victims of conflict and natural disasters
- Supporting the development of democratic and stable societies
- Holding governments accountable for human rights violations
- Raising awareness about human rights issues and promoting dialogue
Participation:
The public session of the meeting is open to the public and stakeholders. Members of the public can attend in person or follow the proceedings online. The closed session is reserved for members of the committee and invited experts.
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