He pointed out that the Kingdom will continue, during its membership in the Council, to work with member states to strengthen the international human rights system, support the Council's work and mechanisms, enhance international cooperation to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, consolidate the principles of justice, equality, and the rule of law, and protect the rights of women, children, persons with disabilities, and the most vulnerable groups.
He affirmed that the Kingdom's membership in the Council will constitute an opportunity to continue its efforts in defending the rights of the brotherly Palestinian people, foremost among them their right to freedom, self-determination, and the establishment of their independent, sovereign state on the June 4, 1967 lines with East Jerusalem as its capital, and to confront Israeli violations of international law and international humanitarian law.
Al-Majali affirmed the Kingdom's appreciation and gratitude for the positions of the member states that voted in favor of Jordan, stressing that this trust reflects Jordan's international standing and its active role in multilateral work, and its diplomacy based on dialogue, moderation, cooperation, and partnerships with the United Nations and its institutions, in a way that contributes to promoting human rights and safeguarding their dignity.
Al-Majali congratulated the brotherly and friendly countries that won membership in the Council.
It is noteworthy that the Human Rights Council, which is based in the Swiss city of Geneva, was established by a United Nations General Assembly resolution in 2006, and includes 47 member states elected by the General Assembly for a three-year term, in accordance with the principle of equitable geographical distribution. The Council is concerned with promoting and protecting human rights around the world, addressing violations thereof, and making recommendations regarding them.
