China Opposes UN Resolution On Human Rights Investigation In Afghanistan
China has opposed a resolution adopted by the UN Human Rights Council to establish an independent investigative mechanism into human rights violations in Afghanistan.
China has opposed a resolution adopted by the UN Human Rights Council to establish an independent investigative mechanism into human rights violations in Afghanistan.
The country’s representative argued that the measure overlooks progress made under Taliban rule and lacks balance.
Speaking in Geneva on Monday, China’s representative said the resolution ignored Afghanistan’s positive developments and failed to take an impartial approach. Beijing contended that creating a new investigative body runs counter to the Council’s reform goals of improving efficiency and was adopted without its consent.
The Chinese envoy said Afghanistan had taken various measures to promote stability, drive economic growth, and improve people’s livelihoods, and that such progress should be recognized and encouraged by the international community.
At the same time, he acknowledged that Afghanistan continues to face significant challenges, including a worsening humanitarian crisis, persistent terrorist threats, and restrictions on women’s and girls’ rights.
China’s representative expressed hope that the Taliban authorities would strengthen protections for women and other vulnerable groups while calling on the international community to engage constructively rather than impose external pressure.
