UN Human Rights Council adopts Armenia's resolution on 'Prevention of Genocide'
The 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council has unanimously adopted the resolution “Prevention of Genocide” submitted by the Republic of Armenia, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement. The statement notes that the biennial resolution is based on the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide and plays a significant role in translating the provisions of this important document into the operational framework of UN policy.
The resolution aims to promote the concept of early warning in genocide prevention and to define a framework of risk factors, including hatred, discrimination, and impunity. It also emphasizes the importance of a timely response, which can significantly help prevent the escalation of violence.
By bringing the issue of genocide prevention to the international agenda, the resolution once again highlights its importance among current diplomatic priorities. It contributes to strengthening international justice mechanisms and addresses global developments and challenges that require increased attention.
The resolution presented this year proposes strengthening the mandate for genocide prevention within the framework of the UN80 reform process. It also draws attention to the risks posed by algorithmic systems and artificial intelligence tools, which can contribute to the spread of disinformation and hatred, affecting information flows and undermining human rights.
The “Prevention of Genocide” resolution also makes an important contribution to promoting the universal ratification of the Genocide Convention, encouraging states that have not yet acceded to it to do so without delay.
As in previous years, the resolution submitted by Armenia enjoys broad support from UN Member States representing all regional groups, as evidenced by the large number of co-sponsors, which had reached around six dozen at the time of adoption.
The resolution reaffirms Armenia’s call on the international community to unite in preventing the crime of genocide.
A resolution of the same name, previously submitted by Armenia, was also unanimously adopted on April 3, 2024, during the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council.