China has called for a renewed global focus on advancing human rights through security, development, and cooperation during a high-profile UN session in Geneva. Speaking at the 59th UN Human Rights Council, Chen Xu, China’s permanent representative to UN agencies in Switzerland, emphasized the need to uphold the UN Charter amid today’s 'turbulent and transformative' world. 🌐
A Call for Unity
Chen stressed that international human rights mechanisms must remain impartial, non-political, and inclusive, avoiding 'one-size-fits-all' approaches. 'No country should impose its model on others,' he declared, highlighting the diversity of global civilizations. The remarks came as the UN marks its 80th anniversary this year, with Chen urging nations to reaffirm their commitment to multilateralism. 🤝
Security + Development = Progress
Linking human rights to broader goals, Chen argued that peace and sustainable development are essential foundations. He also spotlighted June 10’s first-ever International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations, urging nations to 'respect differences' while collaborating on shared challenges. 💡
The Human Rights Council session runs until July 9, with debates expected to shape global policy frameworks. As young people worldwide advocate for equity, China’s push for a 'cooperative over confrontational' approach adds fresh momentum to the conversation. 🗣️✨
