Switzerland’s Foreign Minister, Ignazio Cassis, expressed serious concerns regarding the disengagement of certain nations, particularly the United States and Israel, from the UN Human Rights Council, during a recent session in Geneva. He highlighted that human rights should be a universal concern necessitating the participation of every UN member state while subtly referencing the political climate under US President Donald Trump’s administration without naming him directly.
In Geneva, Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis voiced apprehension about the US and Israel’s withdrawal from the UN Human Rights Council. He underscored that all nations should engage in human rights discussions as global political tensions rise. Cassis stressed Switzerland’s commitment to leading efforts in promoting human rights, amidst a world facing increasing authoritarianism and unrest.
Cassis emphasised the urgent need for international cooperation in facing escalating political tensions, growing humanitarian crises, and the rise of authoritarianism globally. He acknowledged the pivotal role Switzerland can play within the Human Rights Council in addressing these systemic issues, reiterating that every government must uphold its responsibilities to safeguard human rights for all.
Original Source: www.swissinfo.ch
