"TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE"

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk conducted a two-day official mission to Colombia from Tuesday 24 to Wednesday 25 January, at the invitation of the Government. OHCHR

UN Human Rights Office welcomes Indonesia‘s President Joko Widodo’s acknowledgment and expression of regret for 12 historical incidences of serious human rights violations. “The President’s gesture is an encouraging step on the long road to justice for victims and their loved ones,” a Spokesperson said. UNTV CH

Rural reform critical to building ‘more peaceful, prosperous Colombia’, Special Representative tells Security Council.

Despite peacekeeping mission’s efforts, security situation worsening in Democratic Republic of Congo, special representative tells Security Council.

General Assembly adopts over 100 texts of First, Sixth Committees tackling threats from nuclear weapons, international security, global law, transitional justice.

General Assembly adopts over 100 texts of First, Sixth Committees tackling threats from nuclear weapons, international security, global law, transitional justice.

Despite multiple remaining crises, top official in Sudan expresses optimism for two-year transitional phase leading to civilian rule, democratic elections.

Speaking at a workshop hosted by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Deputy Chief Guang Cong said, the Revitalized Agreement Roadmap is not “a guarantee of peace implementation” but “consistent efforts and continued progress” on the revised benchmarks “are essential.” UNMISS

Speakers call for greater cooperation among counter-terrorism committees to combat evolving global threats, as subsidiary body chairs brief Security Council.

Speaking to reporters at the end of his first official visit to Sudan, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk said, “I urge all those who are involved in this political process to set aside entrenched positions, power games and any of their personal interests, and to focus on the common interests of the people of Sudan.” OHCHR